Warren Bippert Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Warren Bippert Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00797 |
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 LINE LAND LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Warren Bippert Pond Dam?
Warren Bippert 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 Warren Bippert Pond Dam?
Warren Bippert Pond Dam is owned by TOWN LINE LAND LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Warren Bippert Pond Dam built?
Warren Bippert Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Warren Bippert Pond Dam?
Warren Bippert 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 Warren Bippert Pond Dam?
Warren Bippert Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Warren Bippert Pond Dam last inspected?
Warren Bippert Pond Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.