Copake Lake Dam

TR-TAGHKANIC CREEK· Columbia, New York· Earth· 6 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Copake Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 6 ft (taller than 0.3% in NY)
Dam Length25 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage7.4K acre-ft
Normal Storage6.6K acre-ft
Surface Area410 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge46 cfs
NID IDNY00993

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 11, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

COPAKE GOLF CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Copake Lake Dam?

Copake 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 Copake Lake Dam?

Copake Lake Dam is owned by COPAKE GOLF CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Copake Lake Dam?

Copake 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 Copake Lake Dam?

Copake Lake Dam has a dam height of 6 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 Copake Lake Dam last inspected?

Copake Lake Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.