Efner Davis Pond Dam

LIMELAKE OUTLET· Cattaraugus, New York· Built 1961· Earth· 21 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Efner Davis Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 61.3% in NY)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage129 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge106 cfs
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDNY00878

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 25, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

CHRISTINE L MOOGAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Efner Davis Pond Dam?

Efner Davis Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Efner Davis Pond Dam?

Efner Davis Pond Dam is owned by CHRISTINE L MOOGAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Efner Davis Pond Dam built?

Efner Davis Pond Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Efner Davis Pond Dam?

Efner Davis 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 Efner Davis Pond Dam?

Efner Davis Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Efner Davis Pond Dam last inspected?

Efner Davis Pond Dam was last inspected on July 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.