Perkins Estate Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Perkins Estate Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 69.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 540 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 414 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01138 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Glynwood;OPEN SPACE INSTITUTE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Perkins Estate Pond Dam?
Perkins Estate Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Perkins Estate Pond Dam?
Perkins Estate Pond Dam is owned by Glynwood;OPEN SPACE INSTITUTE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Perkins Estate Pond Dam built?
Perkins Estate Pond Dam was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Perkins Estate Pond Dam?
Perkins Estate 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 Perkins Estate Pond Dam?
Perkins Estate Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Perkins Estate Pond Dam last inspected?
Perkins Estate Pond Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.