Schwartz Estate Pond Dam 6
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 Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Max Discharge | 972 cfs |
| NID ID | NY14948 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Village of Montebello
Local Government
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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.