Ledge Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Ledge Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 80.7% in NY) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 27 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 40 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | NY15073 |
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
ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ledge Pond Dam?
Ledge 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 Ledge Pond Dam?
Ledge Pond Dam is owned by ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ledge Pond Dam built?
Ledge Pond Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Ledge Pond Dam?
Ledge 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 Ledge Pond Dam?
Ledge Pond Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Ledge Pond Dam last inspected?
Ledge Pond Dam was last inspected on July 14, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.