Diachishin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Diachishin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 69.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 109 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13177 |
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
Diane Diachishin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Diachishin Lake Dam?
Diachishin 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 Diachishin Lake Dam?
Diachishin Lake Dam is owned by Diane Diachishin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Diachishin Lake Dam built?
Diachishin Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Diachishin Lake Dam?
Diachishin 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 Diachishin Lake Dam?
Diachishin Lake 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 Diachishin Lake Dam last inspected?
Diachishin Lake Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.