Whitney Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Whitney Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 208 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 930 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 82 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00483 |
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
NYS DEC
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Whitney Pond Dam?
Whitney 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 Whitney Pond Dam?
Whitney Pond Dam is owned by NYS DEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitney Pond Dam built?
Whitney Pond Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Whitney Pond Dam?
Whitney Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Whitney Pond Dam?
Whitney Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Whitney Pond Dam last inspected?
Whitney Pond Dam was last inspected on April 24, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.