W O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
W O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 66% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00857 |
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
W O BRUYERE
Not Listed
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Low Hazard 17 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of W O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam?
W O Bruyere 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 O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam?
W O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam is owned by W O BRUYERE (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was W O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam built?
W O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam?
W O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is W O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam?
W O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam last inspected?
W O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on September 29, 1977. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.