Canopus Lake North End Dam
Key Takeaway
Canopus Lake North End Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 433 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 333 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01147 |
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 PARKS & RECREATION TACONIC
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Canopus Lake North End Dam?
Canopus Lake North End 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 Canopus Lake North End Dam?
Canopus Lake North End Dam is owned by NYS PARKS & RECREATION TACONIC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Canopus Lake North End Dam built?
Canopus Lake North End Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Canopus Lake North End Dam?
Canopus Lake North End Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Canopus Lake North End Dam?
Canopus Lake North End Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Canopus Lake North End Dam last inspected?
Canopus Lake North End Dam was last inspected on August 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.