Duanesburg Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Duanesburg Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 830 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| NID ID | NY00065 |
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
VILLAGE OF DUANESBURG
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Duanesburg Reservoir Dam?
Duanesburg Reservoir 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 Duanesburg Reservoir Dam?
Duanesburg Reservoir Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF DUANESBURG (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Duanesburg Reservoir Dam?
Duanesburg Reservoir 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 Duanesburg Reservoir Dam?
Duanesburg Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Duanesburg Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Duanesburg Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 8, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.