Camp Adirondack Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Adirondack Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 130 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01113 |
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 Department of Corrections and Community Supervision - Faciltiies Planning
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Adirondack Dam?
Camp Adirondack 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 Camp Adirondack Dam?
Camp Adirondack Dam is owned by NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision - Faciltiies Planning (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Adirondack Dam built?
Camp Adirondack Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Camp Adirondack Dam?
Camp Adirondack Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Camp Adirondack Dam?
Camp Adirondack Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Camp Adirondack Dam last inspected?
Camp Adirondack Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.