Fred Meyer Dam and Dike

DEEP HOLLOW CREEK· Sullivan, New York· Built 1974· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fred Meyer Dam and Dike is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDNY01439

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: June 20, 1984
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

FRED MEYER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fred Meyer Dam and Dike?

Fred Meyer Dam and Dike 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 Meyer Dam and Dike?

Fred Meyer Dam and Dike is owned by FRED MEYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fred Meyer Dam and Dike built?

Fred Meyer Dam and Dike was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Meyer Dam and Dike?

Fred Meyer Dam and Dike 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 Meyer Dam and Dike?

Fred Meyer Dam and Dike has a dam height of 11 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 Meyer Dam and Dike last inspected?

Fred Meyer Dam and Dike was last inspected on June 20, 1984. 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.