Doubletree Subdivision Dam
Key Takeaway
Doubletree Subdivision Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 215 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | NY14148 |
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
TOWN OF DEWITT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Doubletree Subdivision Dam?
Doubletree Subdivision 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 Doubletree Subdivision Dam?
Doubletree Subdivision Dam is owned by TOWN OF DEWITT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Doubletree Subdivision Dam built?
Doubletree Subdivision Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Doubletree Subdivision Dam?
Doubletree Subdivision Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Doubletree Subdivision Dam?
Doubletree Subdivision Dam 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 Doubletree Subdivision Dam last inspected?
Doubletree Subdivision Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.