George Vosburgh Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
George Vosburgh Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 56 cfs |
| NID ID | NY14900 |
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 O VOSBURGH
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of George Vosburgh Pond Dam?
George Vosburgh 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 Vosburgh Pond Dam?
George Vosburgh Pond Dam is owned by GEORGE O VOSBURGH (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of George Vosburgh Pond Dam?
George Vosburgh 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 Vosburgh Pond Dam?
George Vosburgh Pond 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 George Vosburgh Pond Dam last inspected?
George Vosburgh Pond Dam was last inspected on September 25, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.