Little Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1916 and is 110 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 55 ft |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1916 (110 years old) |
| NID ID | NY12733 |
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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What is the hazard classification of Little Pond Dam?
Little 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 Little Pond Dam?
Little Pond Dam is owned by NYS DEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Pond Dam built?
Little Pond Dam was completed in 1916, making it 110 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 Little Pond Dam?
Little Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Pond Dam?
Little 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 Little Pond Dam last inspected?
Little Pond Dam was last inspected on May 24, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.