Flint Marsh Dam
Key Takeaway
Flint Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 104 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00671 |
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
DARWIN FLINT ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Flint Marsh Dam?
Flint Marsh 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 Flint Marsh Dam?
Flint Marsh Dam is owned by DARWIN FLINT ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flint Marsh Dam built?
Flint Marsh Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Flint Marsh Dam?
Flint Marsh Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Flint Marsh Dam?
Flint Marsh Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Flint Marsh Dam last inspected?
Flint Marsh Dam was last inspected on September 29, 1977. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.