Arend Oohms Dam
Key Takeaway
Arend Oohms Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 172 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 204 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 413 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01307 |
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
AREND OOHMS
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Arend Oohms Dam?
Arend Oohms 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 Arend Oohms Dam?
Arend Oohms Dam is owned by AREND OOHMS (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arend Oohms Dam built?
Arend Oohms Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Arend Oohms Dam?
Arend Oohms 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 Arend Oohms Dam?
Arend Oohms Dam 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 Arend Oohms Dam last inspected?
Arend Oohms Dam was last inspected on April 14, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.