Lazio Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Lazio Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01498 |
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
PETER LAZIO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lazio Pond Dam?
Lazio 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 Lazio Pond Dam?
Lazio Pond Dam is owned by PETER LAZIO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lazio Pond Dam built?
Lazio Pond Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Lazio Pond Dam?
Lazio 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 Lazio Pond Dam?
Lazio Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Lazio Pond Dam last inspected?
Lazio Pond Dam was last inspected on May 2, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.