Camp Deerwood Forest Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Deerwood Forest Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 370 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00598 |
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
GIRL SCOUTS OF AMERICA TONNEWANTA COUNCIL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Deerwood Forest Dam?
Camp Deerwood Forest 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 Deerwood Forest Dam?
Camp Deerwood Forest Dam is owned by GIRL SCOUTS OF AMERICA TONNEWANTA COUNCIL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Deerwood Forest Dam built?
Camp Deerwood Forest Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Deerwood Forest Dam?
Camp Deerwood Forest 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 Camp Deerwood Forest Dam?
Camp Deerwood Forest Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Deerwood Forest Dam last inspected?
Camp Deerwood Forest Dam was last inspected on September 29, 1977. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.