Simone/Popolozo/Ragozzino Dam
Key Takeaway
Simone/Popolozo/Ragozzino Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 68.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 90 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 165 cfs |
| NID ID | NY14864 |
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
SIMONE/POPOLOZO/RAGOZZINO
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Simone/Popolozo/Ragozzino Dam?
Simone/Popolozo/Ragozzino 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 Simone/Popolozo/Ragozzino Dam?
Simone/Popolozo/Ragozzino Dam is owned by SIMONE/POPOLOZO/RAGOZZINO (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Simone/Popolozo/Ragozzino Dam?
Simone/Popolozo/Ragozzino Dam 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 Simone/Popolozo/Ragozzino Dam?
Simone/Popolozo/Ragozzino Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Simone/Popolozo/Ragozzino Dam last inspected?
Simone/Popolozo/Ragozzino Dam was last inspected on April 18, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.