Olmstedville Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Olmstedville Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 36 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13305 |
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
TOWN OF MINERVA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Olmstedville Pond Dam?
Olmstedville 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 Olmstedville Pond Dam?
Olmstedville Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF MINERVA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Olmstedville Pond Dam built?
Olmstedville Pond Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Olmstedville Pond Dam?
Olmstedville 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 Olmstedville Pond Dam?
Olmstedville Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Olmstedville Pond Dam last inspected?
Olmstedville Pond Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.