Blind Brook Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Blind Brook Club Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 130 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 670 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00123 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BLIND BROOK CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blind Brook Club Dam?
Blind Brook Club Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Blind Brook Club Dam?
Blind Brook Club Dam is owned by BLIND BROOK CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blind Brook Club Dam built?
Blind Brook Club Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Blind Brook Club Dam?
Blind Brook Club 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 Blind Brook Club Dam?
Blind Brook Club Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Blind Brook Club Dam last inspected?
Blind Brook Club Dam was last inspected on June 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.