Launt Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Launt Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 170 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00643 |
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 DEC
State Government
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Low Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Launt Pond Dam?
Launt 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 Launt Pond Dam?
Launt Pond Dam is owned by NYS DEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Launt Pond Dam built?
Launt Pond Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Launt Pond Dam?
Launt 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 Launt Pond Dam?
Launt Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Launt Pond Dam last inspected?
Launt Pond Dam was last inspected on January 26, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.