Dover Greens Dam
Key Takeaway
Dover Greens Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 60 ft (taller than 94.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 222 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,114 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00273 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Dover Greens, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dover Greens Dam?
Dover Greens Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dover Greens Dam?
Dover Greens Dam is owned by Dover Greens, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dover Greens Dam built?
Dover Greens Dam was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Dover Greens Dam?
Dover Greens Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dover Greens Dam?
Dover Greens Dam has a dam height of 60 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 Dover Greens Dam last inspected?
Dover Greens Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.