Norwich Ymca Recreation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Norwich Ymca Recreation Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 87.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 79 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00930 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NORWICH YMCA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Norwich Ymca Recreation Pond Dam?
Norwich Ymca Recreation Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Norwich Ymca Recreation Pond Dam?
Norwich Ymca Recreation Pond Dam is owned by NORWICH YMCA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Norwich Ymca Recreation Pond Dam built?
Norwich Ymca Recreation 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 Norwich Ymca Recreation Pond Dam?
Norwich Ymca Recreation 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 Norwich Ymca Recreation Pond Dam?
Norwich Ymca Recreation Pond Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Norwich Ymca Recreation Pond Dam last inspected?
Norwich Ymca Recreation Pond Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.