Christie Brook Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Christie Brook Dam #1 is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 69.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 710 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00098 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Christie Brook Dam #1?
Christie Brook Dam #1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Christie Brook Dam #1?
Christie Brook Dam #1 is owned by NYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Christie Brook Dam #1 built?
Christie Brook Dam #1 was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Christie Brook Dam #1?
Christie Brook Dam #1 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 Christie Brook Dam #1?
Christie Brook Dam #1 has a dam height of 25 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 Christie Brook Dam #1 last inspected?
Christie Brook Dam #1 was last inspected on November 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.