Chenango Lake State Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Chenango Lake State Park Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01081 |
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 CENTRAL NEW YORK
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Chenango Lake State Park Dam?
Chenango Lake State Park 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 Chenango Lake State Park Dam?
Chenango Lake State Park Dam is owned by NYS PARKS & RECREATION CENTRAL NEW YORK (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chenango Lake State Park Dam built?
Chenango Lake State Park Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Chenango Lake State Park Dam?
Chenango Lake State Park 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 Chenango Lake State Park Dam?
Chenango Lake State Park Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Chenango Lake State Park Dam last inspected?
Chenango Lake State Park Dam was last inspected on July 13, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.