Goshen Reservoir #2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Goshen Reservoir #2 Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 770 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00500 |
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
VILLAGE OF GOSHEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Goshen Reservoir #2 Dam?
Goshen Reservoir #2 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 Goshen Reservoir #2 Dam?
Goshen Reservoir #2 Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF GOSHEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goshen Reservoir #2 Dam built?
Goshen Reservoir #2 Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Goshen Reservoir #2 Dam?
Goshen Reservoir #2 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Goshen Reservoir #2 Dam?
Goshen Reservoir #2 Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Goshen Reservoir #2 Dam last inspected?
Goshen Reservoir #2 Dam was last inspected on February 19, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.