Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh Dam
Key Takeaway
Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 214 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01412 |
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
NYS DEC
State Government
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Low Hazard 9 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh Dam?
Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh 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 Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh Dam?
Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh Dam is owned by NYS DEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh Dam built?
Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh Dam?
Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh Dam?
Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh 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 Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh Dam last inspected?
Frederick Britton Wildlife Marsh Dam was last inspected on May 20, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.