Betty Brook Dam
Key Takeaway
Betty Brook Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 61.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 574 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 294 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,780 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00528 |
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
Clark Management Group, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Betty Brook Dam?
Betty Brook 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 Betty Brook Dam?
Betty Brook Dam is owned by Clark Management Group, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Betty Brook Dam built?
Betty Brook Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Betty Brook Dam?
Betty Brook 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 Betty Brook Dam?
Betty Brook Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Betty Brook Dam last inspected?
Betty Brook Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.