Bog River Dam
Key Takeaway
Bog River Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 75.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 239 ft |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Max Storage | 4.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 218 acres |
| Drainage Area | 51 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,799 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1904 (122 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00279 |
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
NYS DEC
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bog River Dam?
Bog River 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 Bog River Dam?
Bog River Dam is owned by NYS DEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bog River Dam built?
Bog River Dam was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Bog River Dam?
Bog River 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 Bog River Dam?
Bog River Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Bog River Dam last inspected?
Bog River Dam was last inspected on June 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.