Arrow Park Rec Dam
Key Takeaway
Arrow Park Rec Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 198 ft |
| Dam Type | Arch |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01101 |
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
NYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Arrow Park Rec Dam?
Arrow Park Rec 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 Arrow Park Rec Dam?
Arrow Park Rec Dam is owned by NYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arrow Park Rec Dam built?
Arrow Park Rec Dam was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Arrow Park Rec Dam?
Arrow Park Rec 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 Arrow Park Rec Dam?
Arrow Park Rec 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 Arrow Park Rec Dam last inspected?
Arrow Park Rec Dam was last inspected on December 30, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.