Hawkins Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hawkins Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 837 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00848 |
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
BROOME COUNTY - BROOME COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
Local Government
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Low Hazard 13 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hawkins Pond Dam?
Hawkins 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 Hawkins Pond Dam?
Hawkins Pond Dam is owned by BROOME COUNTY - BROOME COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hawkins Pond Dam built?
Hawkins Pond Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Hawkins Pond Dam?
Hawkins 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 Hawkins Pond Dam?
Hawkins Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Hawkins Pond Dam last inspected?
Hawkins Pond Dam was last inspected on October 27, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.