Clarks Mills Lower
Key Takeaway
Clarks Mills Lower is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 450 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14,390 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00927 |
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
Hollingsworth & Vose Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clarks Mills Lower?
Clarks Mills Lower 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 Clarks Mills Lower?
Clarks Mills Lower is owned by Hollingsworth & Vose Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clarks Mills Lower built?
Clarks Mills Lower was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Clarks Mills Lower?
Clarks Mills Lower serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Water Supply, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clarks Mills Lower?
Clarks Mills Lower has a dam height of 20 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 Clarks Mills Lower last inspected?
Clarks Mills Lower was last inspected on July 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.