Robert L Smith Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Robert L Smith Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 620 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00630 |
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
ROBERT L SMITH
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Robert L Smith Pond Dam?
Robert L Smith 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 L Smith Pond Dam?
Robert L Smith Pond Dam is owned by ROBERT L SMITH (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robert L Smith Pond Dam built?
Robert L Smith Pond Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 L Smith Pond Dam?
Robert L Smith Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Robert L Smith Pond Dam?
Robert L Smith Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 L Smith Pond Dam last inspected?
Robert L Smith Pond Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.