Oneida #7 Pond #1 Dam & Dike, located in Florence, New York, is a state-owned structure built in 1958 along the Smith Brook, with a primary purpose categorized as "Other." This earthen dam stands at a height of 11 feet and has a length of 550 feet, providing a storage capacity of 459 acre-feet.
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The dam has a spillway width of 90 feet and a maximum discharge rate of 234 cubic feet per second.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam has not been rated for its condition as of yet. It is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Although the last inspection dates back to 1980, the dam meets state jurisdiction requirements and is equipped with uncontrolled spillways for managing water flow. As a valuable water resource structure in the area, Oneida #7 Pond #1 Dam & Dike plays a crucial role in water management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
SMITH BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
78 |
Drainage Area |
0.81 |
Nid Storage |
459 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |