South Hill Pond Dam

TR-SIXMILE CREEK· Tompkins, New York· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

South Hill Pond Dam 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 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage6 acre-ft
Normal Storage1 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge236 cfs
NID IDNY14760

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: July 13, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

ITHACA COLLEGE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of South Hill Pond Dam?

South Hill Pond Dam 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 South Hill Pond Dam?

South Hill Pond Dam is owned by ITHACA COLLEGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of South Hill Pond Dam?

South Hill Pond 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 South Hill Pond Dam?

South Hill 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 South Hill Pond Dam last inspected?

South Hill Pond Dam was last inspected on July 13, 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.