Forest Lake Dam

TR-BEAVER KILL· Ulster, New York· Built 1905· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Forest Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 63.7% in NY)
Dam Length175 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage295 acre-ft
Normal Storage250 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Max Discharge80 cfs
Year Completed1905 (121 years old)
NID IDNY01411

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 17, 2008
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

DUNGKAR GOMPA SOCIETY INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 DUNGKAR GOMPA SOCIETY INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Forest Lake Dam built?

Forest Lake Dam was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 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 22 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 April 17, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.