Fox Vly Dam
Key Takeaway
Fox Vly Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1820 and is 206 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 51 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 404 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1820 (206 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01090 |
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
PETER ALAN MODEL
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Fox Vly Dam?
Fox Vly 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 Vly Dam?
Fox Vly Dam is owned by PETER ALAN MODEL (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fox Vly Dam built?
Fox Vly Dam was completed in 1820, making it 206 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 Vly Dam?
Fox Vly 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 Vly Dam?
Fox Vly 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 Fox Vly Dam last inspected?
Fox Vly Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1993. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.