Boardman St. Reservoir Dam

TR-LAKE CHAMPLAIN· Washington, New York· Built 1870· Earth· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Boardman St. Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage15 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Year Completed1870 (156 years old)
NID IDNY14022

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 26, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

RICHARD LAVIN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Boardman St. Reservoir Dam?

Boardman St. Reservoir 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 Boardman St. Reservoir Dam?

Boardman St. Reservoir Dam is owned by RICHARD LAVIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Boardman St. Reservoir Dam built?

Boardman St. Reservoir Dam was completed in 1870, making it 156 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 Boardman St. Reservoir Dam?

Boardman St. Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Boardman St. Reservoir Dam?

Boardman St. Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Boardman St. Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Boardman St. Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.