Chiloway Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Chiloway Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 82.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 542 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 277 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01217 |
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
FRANCINE MARCHESE;FRANK ESPOSITO;William Schwabe
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chiloway Lake Dam?
Chiloway Lake 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 Chiloway Lake Dam?
Chiloway Lake Dam is owned by FRANCINE MARCHESE;FRANK ESPOSITO;William Schwabe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chiloway Lake Dam built?
Chiloway Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Chiloway Lake Dam?
Chiloway Lake 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 Chiloway Lake Dam?
Chiloway Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Chiloway Lake Dam last inspected?
Chiloway Lake Dam was last inspected on June 26, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.