Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 164 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | NY14346 |
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
Dahowski Construction Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam?
Hill and Hollow Country Estates 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 Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam?
Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam is owned by Dahowski Construction Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam built?
Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam?
Hill and Hollow Country Estates 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 Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam?
Hill and Hollow Country Estates 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 Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam last inspected?
Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.