Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 70 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NY11982 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
EDWARD DECKER
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam?
Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam?
Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam is owned by EDWARD DECKER (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam built?
Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam?
Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam?
Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam last inspected?
Edward Decker Recreational Pond Dam was last inspected on May 7, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.