Fox Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fox Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01323 |
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
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA GREATER NEW YORK COUNCIL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fox Lake Dam?
Fox 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 Fox Lake Dam?
Fox Lake Dam is owned by BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA GREATER NEW YORK COUNCIL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fox Lake Dam built?
Fox Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Fox Lake Dam?
Fox 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 Fox Lake Dam?
Fox Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Fox Lake Dam last inspected?
Fox Lake Dam was last inspected on December 31, 1901. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.