Antwerp Village Dam
Key Takeaway
Antwerp Village Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1909 and is 117 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 158 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1909 (117 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01350 |
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 Village Dam?
Antwerp Village Dam 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 Village Dam?
Antwerp Village Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF ANTWERP (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Antwerp Village Dam built?
Antwerp Village Dam was completed in 1909, making it 117 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 Village Dam?
Antwerp Village Dam 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 Village Dam?
Antwerp Village Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Village Dam last inspected?
Antwerp Village Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.