Stephen Blodgett Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Stephen Blodgett Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 184 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13503 |
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
TOWN OF FISHKILL
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stephen Blodgett Pond Dam?
Stephen Blodgett 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 Stephen Blodgett Pond Dam?
Stephen Blodgett Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF FISHKILL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stephen Blodgett Pond Dam built?
Stephen Blodgett Pond Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Stephen Blodgett Pond Dam?
Stephen Blodgett Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stephen Blodgett Pond Dam?
Stephen Blodgett Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Stephen Blodgett Pond Dam last inspected?
Stephen Blodgett Pond Dam was last inspected on June 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.