Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 Dam
Key Takeaway
Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 83.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 535 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 413 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 306 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,730 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00385 |
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
NEWTON FALLS HOLDINGS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 Dam?
Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 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 Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 Dam?
Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 Dam is owned by NEWTON FALLS HOLDINGS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 Dam built?
Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 Dam?
Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 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 Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 Dam?
Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 Dam last inspected?
Newton Falls Stabilization Pond #4 Dam was last inspected on July 31, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.