Kernan Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Kernan Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 53.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00894 |
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
MIDLAND MANAGEMENT & MARKETING
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Kernan Pond Dam?
Kernan 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 Kernan Pond Dam?
Kernan Pond Dam is owned by MIDLAND MANAGEMENT & MARKETING (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kernan Pond Dam built?
Kernan Pond Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Kernan Pond Dam?
Kernan 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 Kernan Pond Dam?
Kernan Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Kernan Pond Dam last inspected?
Kernan Pond Dam was last inspected on July 29, 1986. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.