Bowlers Corners Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bowlers Corners Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Max Discharge | 620 cfs |
| NID ID | NY01362 |
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
JEMAHL REALTY CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bowlers Corners Lake Dam?
Bowlers Corners Lake 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 Bowlers Corners Lake Dam?
Bowlers Corners Lake Dam is owned by JEMAHL REALTY CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bowlers Corners Lake Dam?
Bowlers Corners Lake 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 Bowlers Corners Lake Dam?
Bowlers Corners Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Bowlers Corners Lake Dam last inspected?
Bowlers Corners Lake Dam was last inspected on December 31, 1901. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.