Belvedere Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Belvedere Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01270 |
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
BELVEDERE ENTERPRISES INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Belvedere Lake Dam?
Belvedere Lake 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 Belvedere Lake Dam?
Belvedere Lake Dam is owned by BELVEDERE ENTERPRISES INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Belvedere Lake Dam built?
Belvedere Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Belvedere Lake Dam?
Belvedere 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 Belvedere Lake Dam?
Belvedere Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Belvedere Lake Dam last inspected?
Belvedere Lake Dam was last inspected on February 21, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.