Pond Lily Dam

DOOVE KILL· Columbia, New York· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Pond Lily Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY)
Dam Length225 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage130 acre-ft
Normal Storage104 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge30 cfs
NID IDNY13815

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 23, 1998
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

CHARLES KESSLER

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pond Lily Dam?

Pond Lily 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 Pond Lily Dam?

Pond Lily Dam is owned by CHARLES KESSLER (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pond Lily Dam?

Pond Lily 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 Pond Lily Dam?

Pond Lily Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Pond Lily Dam last inspected?

Pond Lily Dam was last inspected on June 23, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.