Camp Harriman Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Harriman Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 75.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 444 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,920 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00552 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NYS OFFICE FOR PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Harriman Dam?
Camp Harriman Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Camp Harriman Dam?
Camp Harriman Dam is owned by NYS OFFICE FOR PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Harriman Dam built?
Camp Harriman Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Harriman Dam?
Camp Harriman 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 Harriman Dam?
Camp Harriman Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Harriman Dam last inspected?
Camp Harriman Dam was last inspected on August 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.