Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a
Key Takeaway
Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 66% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 455 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,230 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00716 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Roger Hatfield;Town of Smithville
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a?
Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a?
Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a is owned by Roger Hatfield;Town of Smithville (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a built?
Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a?
Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a?
Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a has a dam height of 23 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 Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a last inspected?
Genegantslet Creek Project Dam 2a was last inspected on May 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.