Floradan Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Floradan Estates Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 456 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 236 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 110 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01557 |
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
FLORADAN ESTATES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Floradan Estates Dam?
Floradan Estates 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 Floradan Estates Dam?
Floradan Estates Dam is owned by FLORADAN ESTATES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Floradan Estates Dam built?
Floradan Estates Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Floradan Estates Dam?
Floradan Estates 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 Floradan Estates Dam?
Floradan Estates Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Floradan Estates Dam last inspected?
Floradan Estates Dam was last inspected on December 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.