Gary Mahany Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gary Mahany Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 138 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | NY16007 |
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
GARY MAHANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gary Mahany Pond Dam?
Gary Mahany 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 Gary Mahany Pond Dam?
Gary Mahany Pond Dam is owned by GARY MAHANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gary Mahany Pond Dam built?
Gary Mahany Pond Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Gary Mahany Pond Dam?
Gary Mahany Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gary Mahany Pond Dam?
Gary Mahany Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Gary Mahany Pond Dam last inspected?
Gary Mahany Pond Dam was last inspected on May 7, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.