East Mountain Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
East Mountain Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13541 |
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
Roy Leonard
Private
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What is the hazard classification of East Mountain Lake Dam?
East Mountain 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 East Mountain Lake Dam?
East Mountain Lake Dam is owned by Roy Leonard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Mountain Lake Dam built?
East Mountain Lake Dam was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 East Mountain Lake Dam?
East Mountain 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 East Mountain Lake Dam?
East Mountain Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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 East Mountain Lake Dam last inspected?
East Mountain Lake Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.