Penfield Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Penfield Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 150 acres |
| Drainage Area | 29 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01488 |
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
PENFIELD FOUNDATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Penfield Pond Dam?
Penfield 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 Penfield Pond Dam?
Penfield Pond Dam is owned by PENFIELD FOUNDATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Penfield Pond Dam built?
Penfield Pond Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Penfield Pond Dam?
Penfield Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Penfield Pond Dam?
Penfield Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Penfield Pond Dam last inspected?
Penfield Pond Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.