Mattice Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mattice Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 248 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NY12904 |
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
JAY R MATTICE
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Mattice Pond Dam?
Mattice 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 Mattice Pond Dam?
Mattice Pond Dam is owned by JAY R MATTICE (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mattice Pond Dam built?
Mattice Pond Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Mattice Pond Dam?
Mattice 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 Mattice Pond Dam?
Mattice Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Mattice Pond Dam last inspected?
Mattice Pond Dam was last inspected on July 16, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.