Athens Water Supply Dam
Key Takeaway
Athens Water Supply Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 81 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00285 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
VILLAGE OF ATHENS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Athens Water Supply Dam?
Athens Water Supply Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Athens Water Supply Dam?
Athens Water Supply Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF ATHENS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Athens Water Supply Dam built?
Athens Water Supply Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Athens Water Supply Dam?
Athens Water Supply 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 Athens Water Supply Dam?
Athens Water Supply 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 Athens Water Supply Dam last inspected?
Athens Water Supply Dam was last inspected on April 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.