William Parsons Wildlife Marsh Dam
Key Takeaway
William Parsons Wildlife Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 69 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00814 |
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
WILLIAM PARSONS
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of William Parsons Wildlife Marsh Dam?
William Parsons Wildlife Marsh 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 William Parsons Wildlife Marsh Dam?
William Parsons Wildlife Marsh Dam is owned by WILLIAM PARSONS (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was William Parsons Wildlife Marsh Dam built?
William Parsons Wildlife Marsh Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 William Parsons Wildlife Marsh Dam?
William Parsons Wildlife Marsh Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is William Parsons Wildlife Marsh Dam?
William Parsons Wildlife Marsh Dam has a dam height of 10 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 William Parsons Wildlife Marsh Dam last inspected?
William Parsons Wildlife Marsh Dam was last inspected on September 11, 1969. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.