Carmilite Sisters Dam

TR-HUDSON RIVER· Dutchess, New York· Built 1909· Arch· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

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 Length180 ft
Dam TypeArch
Max Storage35 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Year Completed1909 (117 years old)
NID IDNY01180

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 1, 2008
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

ANNIE LEIBOVITZ

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.