Kazam Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Kazam Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 83.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 482 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 310 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01438 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
EZRA S KAZAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kazam Pond Dam?
Kazam Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kazam Pond Dam?
Kazam Pond Dam is owned by EZRA S KAZAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kazam Pond Dam built?
Kazam Pond Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Kazam Pond Dam?
Kazam Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kazam Pond Dam?
Kazam Pond Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Kazam Pond Dam last inspected?
Kazam Pond Dam was last inspected on January 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.