National Dam Safety Program. Alder Pond Dam (Inventory Number N.Y. 1489), Black River Basin, Oneida County, New York. Phase I Inspection Report,
Abstract
Visual inspection of this dam and engineering analyses performed did not reveal conditions which constitute an immediate hazard to human life or property. The outflow capacity at this structure is inadequate for the peak outflow from one half the Probable Maximum Flood (PMF). However, a dam break analysis indicates that a dam failure resulting from overtopping would not significantly increase the hazard to loss of life downstream from that which would exist just prior to the failure. Hence, the spillway is assessed as inadequate even though this dam does not have a spillway in the visual sense. Several minor deficiencies were noted on this structure. Among the actions required are brush and trees growing on the dam embankment should be cut, areas of minor sloughing on the upstream slope should be repaired, and an emergency action plan for the notification of downstream residents should be developed. These actions should be completed within 6 months of the date of notification of the owner. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 17, 1981
- Accession Number
- ADA105840
Entities
People
- George W. Koch
Organizations
- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation