Fall Kill Dam
Key Takeaway
Fall Kill Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 61.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01178 |
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
DUTCHESS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fall Kill Dam?
Fall Kill 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 Fall Kill Dam?
Fall Kill Dam is owned by DUTCHESS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fall Kill Dam built?
Fall Kill Dam was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Fall Kill Dam?
Fall Kill 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 Fall Kill Dam?
Fall Kill Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Fall Kill Dam last inspected?
Fall Kill Dam was last inspected on March 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.