Berry Hill Hunting Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Berry Hill Hunting Club Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01009 |
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
BERRY HILL HUNTING CLUB
Private
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Low Hazard 11 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Berry Hill Hunting Club Dam?
Berry Hill Hunting Club 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 Berry Hill Hunting Club Dam?
Berry Hill Hunting Club Dam is owned by BERRY HILL HUNTING CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berry Hill Hunting Club Dam built?
Berry Hill Hunting Club Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Berry Hill Hunting Club Dam?
Berry Hill Hunting Club 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 Berry Hill Hunting Club Dam?
Berry Hill Hunting Club 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 Berry Hill Hunting Club Dam last inspected?
Berry Hill Hunting Club Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.