Twin Ponds Dam Upper
Key Takeaway
Twin Ponds Dam Upper is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| NID ID | NY16171 |
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
SULLIVAN COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Twin Ponds Dam Upper?
Twin Ponds Dam Upper 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 Twin Ponds Dam Upper?
Twin Ponds Dam Upper is owned by SULLIVAN COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Twin Ponds Dam Upper?
Twin Ponds Dam Upper 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 Twin Ponds Dam Upper?
Twin Ponds Dam Upper has a dam height of 8 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 Twin Ponds Dam Upper last inspected?
Twin Ponds Dam Upper was last inspected on September 25, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.