Guntert Wildlife Marsh Dam
Key Takeaway
Guntert Wildlife Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 131 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | NY12696 |
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
ERNEST GUNTERT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Guntert Wildlife Marsh Dam?
Guntert 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 Guntert Wildlife Marsh Dam?
Guntert Wildlife Marsh Dam is owned by ERNEST GUNTERT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Guntert Wildlife Marsh Dam built?
Guntert Wildlife Marsh Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Guntert Wildlife Marsh Dam?
Guntert 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 Guntert Wildlife Marsh Dam?
Guntert 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 Guntert Wildlife Marsh Dam last inspected?
Guntert Wildlife Marsh Dam was last inspected on October 17, 1972. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.