Forest Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Forest Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 256 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 138 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | NY01347 |
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
Arden Properties
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Forest Lake Dam?
Forest Lake 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 Forest Lake Dam?
Forest Lake Dam is owned by Arden Properties (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Forest Lake Dam?
Forest Lake 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 Forest Lake Dam?
Forest Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Forest Lake Dam last inspected?
Forest Lake Dam was last inspected on September 14, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.