Paul King Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Paul King Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 52 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00904 |
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
PAUL KING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Paul King Pond Dam?
Paul King 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 Paul King Pond Dam?
Paul King Pond Dam is owned by PAUL KING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paul King Pond Dam built?
Paul King Pond Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Paul King Pond Dam?
Paul King 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 Paul King Pond Dam?
Paul King Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Paul King Pond Dam last inspected?
Paul King Pond Dam was last inspected on May 8, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.