Elmcrest Childrens Center Dam
Key Takeaway
Elmcrest Childrens Center Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 66% in NY) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 276 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NY11751 |
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
ELMCREST CHILDRENS CENTER
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Elmcrest Childrens Center Dam?
Elmcrest Childrens Center 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 Elmcrest Childrens Center Dam?
Elmcrest Childrens Center Dam is owned by ELMCREST CHILDRENS CENTER (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elmcrest Childrens Center Dam built?
Elmcrest Childrens Center Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Elmcrest Childrens Center Dam?
Elmcrest Childrens Center 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 Elmcrest Childrens Center Dam?
Elmcrest Childrens Center Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Elmcrest Childrens Center Dam last inspected?
Elmcrest Childrens Center Dam was last inspected on July 19, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.