Recreation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Recreation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01293 |
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
JOHN SELLSTRON
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Recreation Pond Dam?
Recreation 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 Recreation Pond Dam?
Recreation Pond Dam is owned by JOHN SELLSTRON (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Recreation Pond Dam built?
Recreation Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Recreation Pond Dam?
Recreation 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 Recreation Pond Dam?
Recreation 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 Recreation Pond Dam last inspected?
Recreation Pond Dam was last inspected on September 22, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.