Carmilite Sisters Dam
Key Takeaway
Carmilite Sisters Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1909 and is 117 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 73.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Arch |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1909 (117 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01180 |
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
ANNIE LEIBOVITZ
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carmilite Sisters Dam?
Carmilite Sisters 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 Carmilite Sisters Dam?
Carmilite Sisters Dam is owned by ANNIE LEIBOVITZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carmilite Sisters Dam built?
Carmilite Sisters Dam was completed in 1909, making it 117 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 Carmilite Sisters Dam?
Carmilite Sisters Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carmilite Sisters Dam?
Carmilite Sisters Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Carmilite Sisters Dam last inspected?
Carmilite Sisters Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.