Richard Weishan Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Richard Weishan Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00839 |
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
DAVID STAPLES;MARK MITCHELL JR & SR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richard Weishan Pond Dam?
Richard Weishan 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 Richard Weishan Pond Dam?
Richard Weishan Pond Dam is owned by DAVID STAPLES;MARK MITCHELL JR & SR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richard Weishan Pond Dam built?
Richard Weishan Pond Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Richard Weishan Pond Dam?
Richard Weishan 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 Richard Weishan Pond Dam?
Richard Weishan Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Richard Weishan Pond Dam last inspected?
Richard Weishan Pond Dam was last inspected on July 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.