Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike
Key Takeaway
Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 101 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01045 |
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
LYNN SMITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike?
Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike 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 Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike?
Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike is owned by LYNN SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike built?
Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike?
Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike 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 Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike?
Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike has a dam height of 17 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 Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike last inspected?
Cornelius S Smith Dam & Dike was last inspected on January 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.