Jaquins Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Jaquins Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 400 acres |
| Drainage Area | 30 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 340 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00553 |
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
CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY FEDERATION OF SPORTSMANS CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jaquins Pond Dam?
Jaquins 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 Jaquins Pond Dam?
Jaquins Pond Dam is owned by CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY FEDERATION OF SPORTSMANS CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jaquins Pond Dam built?
Jaquins Pond Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Jaquins Pond Dam?
Jaquins Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jaquins Pond Dam?
Jaquins 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 Jaquins Pond Dam last inspected?
Jaquins Pond Dam was last inspected on August 7, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.