Gorton Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gorton Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01229 |
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
MRS JOHN GRAVES
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Gorton Pond Dam?
Gorton 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 Gorton Pond Dam?
Gorton Pond Dam is owned by MRS JOHN GRAVES (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gorton Pond Dam built?
Gorton Pond Dam was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 Gorton Pond Dam?
Gorton 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 Gorton Pond Dam?
Gorton Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Gorton Pond Dam last inspected?
Gorton Pond Dam was last inspected on June 25, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.