Schwartz Estate Pond Dam 6

MAHWAH RIVER· Rockland, New York· Earth· 18 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Schwartz Estate Pond Dam 6 is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Max Discharge972 cfs
NID IDNY14948

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 2, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

Village of Montebello

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Schwartz Estate Pond Dam 6?

Schwartz Estate Pond Dam 6 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 Schwartz Estate Pond Dam 6?

Schwartz Estate Pond Dam 6 is owned by Village of Montebello (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Schwartz Estate Pond Dam 6?

Schwartz Estate Pond Dam 6 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Schwartz Estate Pond Dam 6?

Schwartz Estate Pond Dam 6 has a dam height of 18 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 Schwartz Estate Pond Dam 6 last inspected?

Schwartz Estate Pond Dam 6 was last inspected on November 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.