Aqua-Terra Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Aqua-Terra Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 396 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00629 |
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
AQUA-TERRA SPORTSMEN CLUB
Private
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Low Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Aqua-Terra Lake Dam?
Aqua-Terra Lake 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 Aqua-Terra Lake Dam?
Aqua-Terra Lake Dam is owned by AQUA-TERRA SPORTSMEN CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Aqua-Terra Lake Dam built?
Aqua-Terra Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Aqua-Terra Lake Dam?
Aqua-Terra Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Aqua-Terra Lake Dam?
Aqua-Terra Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Aqua-Terra Lake Dam last inspected?
Aqua-Terra Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1976. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.