Deposit Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Deposit Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 61.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | NY01563 |
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
AVA C. THORIN;MR & MRS EVANS;MR FREDERICK WILLIAMS AND MR. WILLIAM KELLY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deposit Reservoir Dam?
Deposit Reservoir Dam 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 Deposit Reservoir Dam?
Deposit Reservoir Dam is owned by AVA C. THORIN;MR & MRS EVANS;MR FREDERICK WILLIAMS AND MR. WILLIAM KELLY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Deposit Reservoir Dam?
Deposit Reservoir 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 Deposit Reservoir Dam?
Deposit Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Deposit Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Deposit Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.