Antwerp Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Antwerp Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 252 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 152 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 454 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00780 |
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
VILLAGE OF ANTWERP
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Antwerp Dam #2?
Antwerp Dam #2 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 Antwerp Dam #2?
Antwerp Dam #2 is owned by VILLAGE OF ANTWERP (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Antwerp Dam #2 built?
Antwerp Dam #2 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 Antwerp Dam #2?
Antwerp Dam #2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Antwerp Dam #2?
Antwerp Dam #2 has a dam height of 13 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 Antwerp Dam #2 last inspected?
Antwerp Dam #2 was last inspected on July 15, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.