Gregg Farm Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gregg Farm Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 61.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 307 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13183 |
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
ROONEY GREGG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gregg Farm Pond Dam?
Gregg Farm 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 Gregg Farm Pond Dam?
Gregg Farm Pond Dam is owned by ROONEY GREGG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gregg Farm Pond Dam built?
Gregg Farm Pond Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Gregg Farm Pond Dam?
Gregg Farm Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gregg Farm Pond Dam?
Gregg Farm Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Gregg Farm Pond Dam last inspected?
Gregg Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on November 24, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.