Rockport Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rockport Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 90 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01190 |
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
OPEN SPACE INSTITUTE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rockport Pond Dam?
Rockport 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 Rockport Pond Dam?
Rockport Pond Dam is owned by OPEN SPACE INSTITUTE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rockport Pond Dam built?
Rockport Pond Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Rockport Pond Dam?
Rockport 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 Rockport Pond Dam?
Rockport Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Rockport Pond Dam last inspected?
Rockport Pond Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.