Bear Swamp Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Bear Swamp Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 320 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00592 |
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
NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision - Faciltiies Planning
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bear Swamp Reservoir Dam?
Bear Swamp Reservoir 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 Bear Swamp Reservoir Dam?
Bear Swamp Reservoir Dam is owned by NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision - Faciltiies Planning (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bear Swamp Reservoir Dam built?
Bear Swamp Reservoir Dam was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Bear Swamp Reservoir Dam?
Bear Swamp Reservoir 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 Bear Swamp Reservoir Dam?
Bear Swamp Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Bear Swamp Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Bear Swamp Reservoir Dam was last inspected on June 17, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.