Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1
Key Takeaway
Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1 is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 69.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 650 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 16,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
| NID ID | NY12196 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1?
Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1 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 Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1?
Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1 is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1 built?
Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1 was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1?
Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1 serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1?
Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1 has a dam height of 25 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 Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1 last inspected?
Fowler #7 - Dam No. 1 was last inspected on August 22, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.