Cahoonzie Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cahoonzie Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 422 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01224 |
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
THE CAHOONZIE CLUB, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cahoonzie Lake Dam?
Cahoonzie Lake 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 Cahoonzie Lake Dam?
Cahoonzie Lake Dam is owned by THE CAHOONZIE CLUB, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cahoonzie Lake Dam built?
Cahoonzie Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Cahoonzie Lake Dam?
Cahoonzie Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cahoonzie Lake Dam?
Cahoonzie 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 Cahoonzie Lake Dam last inspected?
Cahoonzie Lake Dam was last inspected on December 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.