Stuart Mitchell Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Stuart Mitchell Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 85 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00809 |
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
LAKE MITCHELL INC
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Stuart Mitchell Pond Dam?
Stuart Mitchell Pond 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 Stuart Mitchell Pond Dam?
Stuart Mitchell Pond Dam is owned by LAKE MITCHELL INC (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stuart Mitchell Pond Dam built?
Stuart Mitchell Pond Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Stuart Mitchell Pond Dam?
Stuart Mitchell Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stuart Mitchell Pond Dam?
Stuart Mitchell Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Stuart Mitchell Pond Dam last inspected?
Stuart Mitchell Pond Dam was last inspected on November 24, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.