Fred Denman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fred Denman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 759 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00991 |
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
DENMAN FAMILY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fred Denman Lake Dam?
Fred Denman 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 Fred Denman Lake Dam?
Fred Denman Lake Dam is owned by DENMAN FAMILY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fred Denman Lake Dam built?
Fred Denman Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Fred Denman Lake Dam?
Fred Denman 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 Fred Denman Lake Dam?
Fred Denman Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Fred Denman Lake Dam last inspected?
Fred Denman Lake Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.