Wolf Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wolf Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 28 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00219 |
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
NANCY DANIELS
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Wolf Pond Dam?
Wolf 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 Wolf Pond Dam?
Wolf Pond Dam is owned by NANCY DANIELS (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wolf Pond Dam built?
Wolf Pond Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Wolf Pond Dam?
Wolf 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 Wolf Pond Dam?
Wolf Pond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Wolf Pond Dam last inspected?
Wolf Pond Dam was last inspected on June 9, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.