Grossingers Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Grossingers Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Max Discharge | 515 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01279 |
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
SULLIVAN RESORTS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grossingers Lake Dam?
Grossingers 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 Grossingers Lake Dam?
Grossingers Lake Dam is owned by SULLIVAN RESORTS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grossingers Lake Dam built?
Grossingers Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Grossingers Lake Dam?
Grossingers 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 Grossingers Lake Dam?
Grossingers Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Grossingers Lake Dam last inspected?
Grossingers Lake Dam was last inspected on June 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.