Henry Becker Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Henry Becker Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 74.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00728 |
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
HENRY BECKER
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Henry Becker Pond Dam?
Henry Becker 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 Henry Becker Pond Dam?
Henry Becker Pond Dam is owned by HENRY BECKER (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Henry Becker Pond Dam built?
Henry Becker Pond Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Henry Becker Pond Dam?
Henry Becker 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 Henry Becker Pond Dam?
Henry Becker Pond Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Henry Becker Pond Dam last inspected?
Henry Becker Pond Dam was last inspected on August 19, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.