Howard La Fever Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Howard La Fever Dam #1 is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 69.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 746 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 462 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00444 |
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
LAKE LAFEVER HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Howard La Fever Dam #1?
Howard La Fever Dam #1 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 Howard La Fever Dam #1?
Howard La Fever Dam #1 is owned by LAKE LAFEVER HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Howard La Fever Dam #1 built?
Howard La Fever Dam #1 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Howard La Fever Dam #1?
Howard La Fever Dam #1 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 Howard La Fever Dam #1?
Howard La Fever Dam #1 has a dam height of 25 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 Howard La Fever Dam #1 last inspected?
Howard La Fever Dam #1 was last inspected on January 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.