George R Cogar Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
George R Cogar Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 77.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 82 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01465 |
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
GEORGE R COGAR
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of George R Cogar Pond Dam?
George R Cogar 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 George R Cogar Pond Dam?
George R Cogar Pond Dam is owned by GEORGE R COGAR (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was George R Cogar Pond Dam built?
George R Cogar Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 George R Cogar Pond Dam?
George R Cogar 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 George R Cogar Pond Dam?
George R Cogar Pond Dam has a dam height of 29 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 George R Cogar Pond Dam last inspected?
George R Cogar Pond Dam was last inspected on May 14, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.