Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike
Key Takeaway
Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 495 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 293 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01035 |
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
CHARLES BISHOP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike?
Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike 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 Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike?
Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike is owned by CHARLES BISHOP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike built?
Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike?
Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike?
Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike has a dam height of 9 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 Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike last inspected?
Bishop & Chase Marsh Dam & Dike was last inspected on December 18, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.