Waldens Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Waldens Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 73.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,611 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01591 |
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
TOWN OF GUILDERLAND
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Waldens Pond Dam?
Waldens 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 Waldens Pond Dam?
Waldens Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF GUILDERLAND (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waldens Pond Dam built?
Waldens Pond Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Waldens Pond Dam?
Waldens Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Waldens Pond Dam?
Waldens Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Waldens Pond Dam last inspected?
Waldens Pond Dam was last inspected on April 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.