Ringneck Marsh Dam
Key Takeaway
Ringneck Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 2,950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 780 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00370 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ringneck Marsh Dam?
Ringneck Marsh 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 Ringneck Marsh Dam?
Ringneck Marsh Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ringneck Marsh Dam built?
Ringneck Marsh Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Ringneck Marsh Dam?
Ringneck Marsh Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ringneck Marsh Dam?
Ringneck Marsh Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Ringneck Marsh Dam last inspected?
Ringneck Marsh Dam was last inspected on July 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.