Hoag Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hoag Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 61.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 169 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | NY10016 |
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
RUTH HOAG RIPLEY
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Hoag Pond Dam?
Hoag 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 Hoag Pond Dam?
Hoag Pond Dam is owned by RUTH HOAG RIPLEY (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hoag Pond Dam built?
Hoag Pond Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Hoag Pond Dam?
Hoag 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 Hoag Pond Dam?
Hoag 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 Hoag Pond Dam last inspected?
Hoag Pond Dam was last inspected on May 2, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.