Brant Lake Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Brant Lake Upper Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 34 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 41.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,376 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 940 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00158 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
TOWN OF HORICON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brant Lake Upper Dam?
Brant Lake Upper 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 Brant Lake Upper Dam?
Brant Lake Upper Dam is owned by TOWN OF HORICON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brant Lake Upper Dam built?
Brant Lake Upper Dam was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Brant Lake Upper Dam?
Brant Lake Upper 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 Brant Lake Upper Dam?
Brant Lake Upper Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Brant Lake Upper Dam last inspected?
Brant Lake Upper Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.