Godfreys Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Godfreys Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1860 and is 166 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1860 (166 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00874 |
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
GODFREY POND ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Godfreys Pond Dam?
Godfreys 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 Godfreys Pond Dam?
Godfreys Pond Dam is owned by GODFREY POND ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Godfreys Pond Dam built?
Godfreys Pond Dam was completed in 1860, making it 166 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 Godfreys Pond Dam?
Godfreys 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 Godfreys Pond Dam?
Godfreys 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 Godfreys Pond Dam last inspected?
Godfreys Pond Dam was last inspected on May 19, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.