Camp Herrlich Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Herrlich Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 135 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 45 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13918 |
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
PUTNAM COUNTY DEPT. OF HIGHWAYS & FACILITIES
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Herrlich Dam?
Camp Herrlich 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 Herrlich Dam?
Camp Herrlich Dam is owned by PUTNAM COUNTY DEPT. OF HIGHWAYS & FACILITIES (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Herrlich Dam built?
Camp Herrlich Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Herrlich Dam?
Camp Herrlich 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 Herrlich Dam?
Camp Herrlich Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Herrlich Dam last inspected?
Camp Herrlich Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.