Cranberry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cranberry Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 430 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 385 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 78 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | NY01348 |
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
Arden Properties
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cranberry Lake Dam?
Cranberry 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 Cranberry Lake Dam?
Cranberry Lake Dam is owned by Arden Properties (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Cranberry Lake Dam?
Cranberry 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 Cranberry Lake Dam?
Cranberry Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Cranberry Lake Dam last inspected?
Cranberry Lake Dam was last inspected on September 14, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.