Vanista Hollow Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Vanista Hollow Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 63.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 449 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | NY16221 |
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
JAMES VANCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vanista Hollow Pond Dam?
Vanista Hollow 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 Vanista Hollow Pond Dam?
Vanista Hollow Pond Dam is owned by JAMES VANCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vanista Hollow Pond Dam built?
Vanista Hollow Pond Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Vanista Hollow Pond Dam?
Vanista Hollow Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Vanista Hollow Pond Dam?
Vanista Hollow Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Vanista Hollow Pond Dam last inspected?
Vanista Hollow Pond Dam was last inspected on January 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.