Baxter Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Baxter Lake 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 | 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 43 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00901 |
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
NICK EVANOFF
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baxter Lake Dam?
Baxter 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 Baxter Lake Dam?
Baxter Lake Dam is owned by NICK EVANOFF (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baxter Lake Dam built?
Baxter Lake 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 Baxter Lake Dam?
Baxter 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 Baxter Lake Dam?
Baxter Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Baxter Lake Dam last inspected?
Baxter Lake Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.