Onteora Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Onteora Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,075 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00272 |
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
ONTEORA PARK ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Onteora Pond Dam?
Onteora 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 Onteora Pond Dam?
Onteora Pond Dam is owned by ONTEORA PARK ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Onteora Pond Dam built?
Onteora Pond Dam was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Onteora Pond Dam?
Onteora Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Onteora Pond Dam?
Onteora 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 Onteora Pond Dam last inspected?
Onteora Pond Dam was last inspected on April 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.