Glenwood Lake Dam

TR-HUTCHINSON RIVER· Westchester, New York· Earth· 12 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Glenwood Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage11 acre-ft
Normal Storage7 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge18 cfs
NID IDNY13618

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 5, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

CITY OF NEW ROCHELLE

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Glenwood Lake Dam?

Glenwood Lake Dam 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 Glenwood Lake Dam?

Glenwood Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF NEW ROCHELLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Glenwood Lake Dam?

Glenwood 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 Glenwood Lake Dam?

Glenwood 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 Glenwood Lake Dam last inspected?

Glenwood Lake Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2020. 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.