Hunter Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hunter Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 256 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 256 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 96 acres |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NY12633 |
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
John Danchak
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hunter Lake Dam?
Hunter Lake 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 Hunter Lake Dam?
Hunter Lake Dam is owned by John Danchak (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunter Lake Dam built?
Hunter Lake Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Hunter Lake Dam?
Hunter Lake 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 Hunter Lake Dam?
Hunter Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Hunter Lake Dam last inspected?
Hunter Lake Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.