Gallatin Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gallatin Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 66% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 267 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 630 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01566 |
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
THE DEER VALLEY FARM LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Gallatin Pond Dam?
Gallatin 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 Gallatin Pond Dam?
Gallatin Pond Dam is owned by THE DEER VALLEY FARM LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gallatin Pond Dam built?
Gallatin Pond Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Gallatin Pond Dam?
Gallatin 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 Gallatin Pond Dam?
Gallatin Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Gallatin Pond Dam last inspected?
Gallatin Pond Dam was last inspected on May 13, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.