Cobalt Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cobalt Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 85.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,031 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 256 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 256 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01234 |
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
LONE STAR INDUSTRIES INC
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Cobalt Lake Dam?
Cobalt 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 Cobalt Lake Dam?
Cobalt Lake Dam is owned by LONE STAR INDUSTRIES INC (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cobalt Lake Dam built?
Cobalt Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Cobalt Lake Dam?
Cobalt Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cobalt Lake Dam?
Cobalt Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Cobalt Lake Dam last inspected?
Cobalt Lake Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.