Taylor Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Taylor Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 80.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 803 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00241 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NYS DEC DIVISION OF LANDS & FORESTS
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Taylor Pond Dam?
Taylor Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Taylor Pond Dam?
Taylor Pond Dam is owned by NYS DEC DIVISION OF LANDS & FORESTS (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taylor Pond Dam built?
Taylor Pond Dam was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Taylor Pond Dam?
Taylor 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 Taylor Pond Dam?
Taylor Pond Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Taylor Pond Dam last inspected?
Taylor Pond Dam was last inspected on September 18, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.