Pancoast Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Pancoast Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 25.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ00714 |
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
Township of Buena Vista
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pancoast Mill Pond Dam?
Pancoast 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 Pancoast Mill Pond Dam?
Pancoast Mill Pond Dam is owned by Township of Buena Vista (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Pancoast Mill Pond Dam?
Pancoast Mill 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 Pancoast Mill Pond Dam?
Pancoast Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Pancoast Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Pancoast Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on February 11, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.