Camp Givah Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Givah Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00830 |
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
TEMPLE ISRAEL - CAMP GIVAH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Givah Dam?
Camp Givah 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 Camp Givah Dam?
Camp Givah Dam is owned by TEMPLE ISRAEL - CAMP GIVAH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Givah Dam built?
Camp Givah Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Givah Dam?
Camp Givah 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 Givah Dam?
Camp Givah Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Givah Dam last inspected?
Camp Givah Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.