Almond Dam
Key Takeaway
Almond Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 90 ft (taller than 97.8% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 840 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 124 acres |
| Drainage Area | 56 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 54,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00740 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
USACE - Baltimore District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Almond Dam?
Almond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Almond Dam?
Almond Dam is owned by USACE - Baltimore District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Almond Dam built?
Almond Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Almond Dam?
Almond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Almond Dam?
Almond Dam has a dam height of 90 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 Almond Dam last inspected?
Almond Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.