Drew Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Drew Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1835 and is 191 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 293 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1835 (191 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00971 |
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
HENRY JACKSON
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Drew Lake Dam?
Drew 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 Drew Lake Dam?
Drew Lake Dam is owned by HENRY JACKSON (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Drew Lake Dam built?
Drew Lake Dam was completed in 1835, making it 191 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 Drew Lake Dam?
Drew 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 Drew Lake Dam?
Drew Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Drew Lake Dam last inspected?
Drew Lake Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.