Evans Dam
Key Takeaway
Evans Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,947 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Max Discharge | 770 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00537 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
VACATION VILLAGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Evans Dam?
Evans Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Evans Dam?
Evans Dam is owned by VACATION VILLAGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Evans Dam built?
Evans Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Evans Dam?
Evans 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 Evans Dam?
Evans Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Evans Dam last inspected?
Evans Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.