Hillside Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hillside Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 284 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | NY14913 |
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
GIBSON MCKEAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hillside Pond Dam?
Hillside 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 Hillside Pond Dam?
Hillside Pond Dam is owned by GIBSON MCKEAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hillside Pond Dam built?
Hillside Pond Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Hillside Pond Dam?
Hillside 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 Hillside Pond Dam?
Hillside Pond Dam has a dam height of 32 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.