Groos Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Groos Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 95 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Max Discharge | 60 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01287 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Forest Pond Resort;The Center For Discovery
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Groos Pond Dam?
Groos Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Groos Pond Dam?
Groos Pond Dam is owned by Forest Pond Resort;The Center For Discovery (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Groos Pond Dam built?
Groos Pond Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Groos Pond Dam?
Groos Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Groos Pond Dam?
Groos Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Groos Pond Dam last inspected?
Groos Pond Dam was last inspected on June 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.