Benson Mines Little River Dam
Key Takeaway
Benson Mines Little River Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 90.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 200 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00424 |
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
Ying Sum Tsui
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Benson Mines Little River Dam?
Benson Mines Little River 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 Benson Mines Little River Dam?
Benson Mines Little River Dam is owned by Ying Sum Tsui (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Benson Mines Little River Dam built?
Benson Mines Little River Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Benson Mines Little River Dam?
Benson Mines Little River Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Benson Mines Little River Dam?
Benson Mines Little River Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Benson Mines Little River Dam last inspected?
Benson Mines Little River Dam was last inspected on August 23, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.