Hunts Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hunts Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 66% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01496 |
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
NYS PARKS & RECREATION CENTRAL NEW YORK
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hunts Pond Dam?
Hunts 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 Hunts Pond Dam?
Hunts Pond Dam is owned by NYS PARKS & RECREATION CENTRAL NEW YORK (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunts Pond Dam built?
Hunts 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 Hunts Pond Dam?
Hunts 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 Hunts Pond Dam?
Hunts Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Hunts Pond Dam last inspected?
Hunts Pond Dam was last inspected on August 26, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.