Briscoe Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Briscoe Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1828 and is 198 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 475 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 390 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
| Max Discharge | 380 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1828 (198 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00336 |
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
LAKE BRISCOE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Briscoe Lake Dam?
Briscoe 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 Briscoe Lake Dam?
Briscoe Lake Dam is owned by LAKE BRISCOE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Briscoe Lake Dam built?
Briscoe Lake Dam was completed in 1828, making it 198 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 Briscoe Lake Dam?
Briscoe 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 Briscoe Lake Dam?
Briscoe Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Briscoe Lake Dam last inspected?
Briscoe Lake Dam was last inspected on September 14, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.