Robert Francis Farm Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Robert Francis Farm Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00854 |
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
WILLS FRANCIS
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Robert Francis Farm Pond Dam?
Robert Francis Farm 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 Robert Francis Farm Pond Dam?
Robert Francis Farm Pond Dam is owned by WILLS FRANCIS (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robert Francis Farm Pond Dam built?
Robert Francis Farm Pond Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Robert Francis Farm Pond Dam?
Robert Francis Farm 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 Robert Francis Farm Pond Dam?
Robert Francis Farm 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 Robert Francis Farm Pond Dam last inspected?
Robert Francis Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on October 19, 1977. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.