Leroy Denbesten Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Leroy Denbesten Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 61.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 86 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01474 |
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
LEROY DENBESTEN
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Leroy Denbesten Pond Dam?
Leroy Denbesten 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 Leroy Denbesten Pond Dam?
Leroy Denbesten Pond Dam is owned by LEROY DENBESTEN (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leroy Denbesten Pond Dam built?
Leroy Denbesten Pond Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Leroy Denbesten Pond Dam?
Leroy Denbesten 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 Leroy Denbesten Pond Dam?
Leroy Denbesten Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Leroy Denbesten Pond Dam last inspected?
Leroy Denbesten Pond Dam was last inspected on July 7, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.