John Allen Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
John Allen Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 63.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01517 |
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 TACONIC
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of John Allen Pond Dam?
John Allen 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 John Allen Pond Dam?
John Allen Pond Dam is owned by NYS PARKS & RECREATION TACONIC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Allen Pond Dam built?
John Allen Pond Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 John Allen Pond Dam?
John Allen 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 John Allen Pond Dam?
John Allen Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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 John Allen Pond Dam last inspected?
John Allen Pond Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.