Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,020 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| NID ID | NY16935 |
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
MONROE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam?
Parrish Pond Reservoir 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 Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam?
Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam is owned by MONROE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam?
Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam?
Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam was last inspected on August 25, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.