Colt Estate Dam
Key Takeaway
Colt Estate Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 127 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | NY14181 |
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
CLOUDBANK LAKE LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Colt Estate Dam?
Colt Estate Dam 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 Colt Estate Dam?
Colt Estate Dam is owned by CLOUDBANK LAKE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Colt Estate Dam built?
Colt Estate Dam was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Colt Estate Dam?
Colt Estate 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 Colt Estate Dam?
Colt Estate Dam 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 Colt Estate Dam last inspected?
Colt Estate Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.