Deep Kill Dam
Key Takeaway
Deep Kill Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1898 and is 128 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 69.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1898 (128 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01354 |
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
STEVE J. ELSEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deep Kill Dam?
Deep Kill 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 Deep Kill Dam?
Deep Kill Dam is owned by STEVE J. ELSEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deep Kill Dam built?
Deep Kill Dam was completed in 1898, making it 128 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 Deep Kill Dam?
Deep Kill 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 Deep Kill Dam?
Deep Kill Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Deep Kill Dam last inspected?
Deep Kill Dam was last inspected on April 15, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.