Hillabrandt Vly Dam
Key Takeaway
Hillabrandt Vly Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 265 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 444 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 745 cfs |
| NID ID | NY01361 |
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
NYS DEC
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hillabrandt Vly Dam?
Hillabrandt Vly 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 Hillabrandt Vly Dam?
Hillabrandt Vly Dam is owned by NYS DEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Hillabrandt Vly Dam?
Hillabrandt Vly 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 Hillabrandt Vly Dam?
Hillabrandt Vly Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Hillabrandt Vly Dam last inspected?
Hillabrandt Vly Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.