Coxsackie Reservoir #2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Coxsackie Reservoir #2 Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 215 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01336 |
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
NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision - Faciltiies Planning
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Coxsackie Reservoir #2 Dam?
Coxsackie Reservoir #2 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 Coxsackie Reservoir #2 Dam?
Coxsackie Reservoir #2 Dam is owned by NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision - Faciltiies Planning (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coxsackie Reservoir #2 Dam built?
Coxsackie Reservoir #2 Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Coxsackie Reservoir #2 Dam?
Coxsackie Reservoir #2 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Coxsackie Reservoir #2 Dam?
Coxsackie Reservoir #2 Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Coxsackie Reservoir #2 Dam last inspected?
Coxsackie Reservoir #2 Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.