Arnold Johnson Dam
Key Takeaway
Arnold Johnson Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 31 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NY10543 |
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
ARNOLD JOHNSON
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Arnold Johnson Dam?
Arnold Johnson 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 Arnold Johnson Dam?
Arnold Johnson Dam is owned by ARNOLD JOHNSON (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arnold Johnson Dam built?
Arnold Johnson Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Arnold Johnson Dam?
Arnold Johnson 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 Arnold Johnson Dam?
Arnold Johnson Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Arnold Johnson Dam last inspected?
Arnold Johnson Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.