Walden Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Walden Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13182 |
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
VILLAGE OF WALDEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Walden Pond Dam?
Walden 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 Walden Pond Dam?
Walden Pond Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF WALDEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walden Pond Dam built?
Walden Pond Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Walden Pond Dam?
Walden 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 Walden Pond Dam?
Walden Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Walden Pond Dam last inspected?
Walden Pond Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.