Beaver Run Dam
Key Takeaway
Beaver Run Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 130 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01458 |
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
GEORGE H FROSCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Run Dam?
Beaver Run 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 Beaver Run Dam?
Beaver Run Dam is owned by GEORGE H FROSCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Run Dam built?
Beaver Run Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Beaver Run Dam?
Beaver Run 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 Beaver Run Dam?
Beaver Run Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Beaver Run Dam last inspected?
Beaver Run Dam was last inspected on October 8, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.