De Flora Brothers Dam Lower
Key Takeaway
De Flora Brothers Dam Lower 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 | 28 ft (taller than 75.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 430 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 326 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01152 |
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
LAKESIDE FARMS ASSOCIATES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of De Flora Brothers Dam Lower?
De Flora Brothers Dam Lower 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 De Flora Brothers Dam Lower?
De Flora Brothers Dam Lower is owned by LAKESIDE FARMS ASSOCIATES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was De Flora Brothers Dam Lower built?
De Flora Brothers Dam Lower 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 De Flora Brothers Dam Lower?
De Flora Brothers Dam Lower 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 De Flora Brothers Dam Lower?
De Flora Brothers Dam Lower has a dam height of 28 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 De Flora Brothers Dam Lower last inspected?
De Flora Brothers Dam Lower was last inspected on November 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.