Jacob Miller Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Jacob Miller Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 62 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01573 |
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
Millerockhill LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jacob Miller Pond Dam?
Jacob Miller 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 Jacob Miller Pond Dam?
Jacob Miller Pond Dam is owned by Millerockhill LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jacob Miller Pond Dam built?
Jacob Miller Pond Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Jacob Miller Pond Dam?
Jacob Miller 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 Jacob Miller Pond Dam?
Jacob Miller Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Jacob Miller Pond Dam last inspected?
Jacob Miller Pond Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.