Charles Kaskey Dam
Key Takeaway
Charles Kaskey Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 384 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 191 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 28 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NY15047 |
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
BRUCE EDWARDS
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Charles Kaskey Dam?
Charles Kaskey 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 Kaskey Dam?
Charles Kaskey Dam is owned by BRUCE EDWARDS (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Kaskey Dam built?
Charles Kaskey Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Kaskey Dam?
Charles Kaskey 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 Kaskey Dam?
Charles Kaskey 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 Kaskey Dam last inspected?
Charles Kaskey Dam was last inspected on May 13, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.