Charles J Owens Dam
Key Takeaway
Charles J Owens Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01005 |
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
CHARLES J OWENS
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Charles J Owens Dam?
Charles J Owens 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 Charles J Owens Dam?
Charles J Owens Dam is owned by CHARLES J OWENS (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles J Owens Dam built?
Charles J Owens 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 Charles J Owens Dam?
Charles J Owens 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 Charles J Owens Dam?
Charles J Owens Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Charles J Owens Dam last inspected?
Charles J Owens Dam was last inspected on May 6, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.