Hoag Pond Dam in Ripley, New York, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1952 with a primary purpose of fire protection and serving as a stock or small fish pond.
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Located on TR-Twenty Mile Creek, the dam has a height of 21 feet and a length of 200 feet, with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 30 feet, and a maximum discharge of 169 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, with a condition assessment of "Not Rated." The last inspection of Hoag Pond Dam was conducted in May 2000, with state oversight by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. The dam is situated in Chautauqua County, New York, and falls under the jurisdiction of the Pittsburgh District of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, with Congressman Tom Reed as the representative for the area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the ecological significance of Hoag Pond Dam, which plays a crucial role in fire protection and serves as a habitat for small fish species. The dam's presence on TR-Twenty Mile Creek contributes to the overall water management and conservation efforts in the region. With its historical significance dating back to the early 1950s, Hoag Pond Dam stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management practices and the importance of maintaining critical infrastructure for both human and environmental well-being.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TWENTY MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Drainage Area |
0.9 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
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