Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 137 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 41 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,522 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00368 |
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
VILLAGE OF LAKE PLACID
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mill Pond Dam?
Mill 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 Mill Pond Dam?
Mill Pond Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF LAKE PLACID (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill Pond Dam built?
Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Mill Pond Dam?
Mill Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mill Pond Dam?
Mill 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 Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on May 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.