W Kelly Farm Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
W Kelly Farm Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 69.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 258 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00518 |
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
ANGELA KELLY
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of W Kelly Farm Pond Dam?
W Kelly Farm 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 W Kelly Farm Pond Dam?
W Kelly Farm Pond Dam is owned by ANGELA KELLY (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was W Kelly Farm Pond Dam built?
W Kelly Farm Pond Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 W Kelly Farm Pond Dam?
W Kelly Farm 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 W Kelly Farm Pond Dam?
W Kelly Farm Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 W Kelly Farm Pond Dam last inspected?
W Kelly Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on October 27, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.