Vincent Weidman Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Vincent Weidman Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 172 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01011 |
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
TESSIE WEIDMAN
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Vincent Weidman Pond Dam?
Vincent Weidman 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 Vincent Weidman Pond Dam?
Vincent Weidman Pond Dam is owned by TESSIE WEIDMAN (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vincent Weidman Pond Dam built?
Vincent Weidman 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 Vincent Weidman Pond Dam?
Vincent Weidman Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Vincent Weidman Pond Dam?
Vincent Weidman Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Vincent Weidman Pond Dam last inspected?
Vincent Weidman Pond Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.