Hamilton College Reservoir #4 Dam
Key Takeaway
Hamilton College Reservoir #4 Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 89.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 16 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01233 |
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
HAMILTON COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hamilton College Reservoir #4 Dam?
Hamilton College Reservoir #4 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 Hamilton College Reservoir #4 Dam?
Hamilton College Reservoir #4 Dam is owned by HAMILTON COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hamilton College Reservoir #4 Dam built?
Hamilton College Reservoir #4 Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Hamilton College Reservoir #4 Dam?
Hamilton College Reservoir #4 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 Hamilton College Reservoir #4 Dam?
Hamilton College Reservoir #4 Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Hamilton College Reservoir #4 Dam last inspected?
Hamilton College Reservoir #4 Dam was last inspected on June 10, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.