Finches Pond Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
Finches Pond Lower Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 155 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | NY16040 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
TON-KA-WA CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Finches Pond Lower Dam?
Finches Pond Lower 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 Finches Pond Lower Dam?
Finches Pond Lower Dam is owned by TON-KA-WA CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Finches Pond Lower Dam?
Finches Pond Lower Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Finches Pond Lower Dam?
Finches Pond Lower Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Finches Pond Lower Dam last inspected?
Finches Pond Lower Dam was last inspected on June 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.