Hunter Mountain Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hunter Mountain Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 53.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 376 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 756 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | NY14847 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HUNTER MOUNTAIN SKI BOWL, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hunter Mountain Lake Dam?
Hunter Mountain Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hunter Mountain Lake Dam?
Hunter Mountain Lake Dam is owned by HUNTER MOUNTAIN SKI BOWL, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunter Mountain Lake Dam built?
Hunter Mountain Lake Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Mountain Lake Dam?
Hunter Mountain Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hunter Mountain Lake Dam?
Hunter Mountain Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Mountain Lake Dam last inspected?
Hunter Mountain Lake Dam was last inspected on August 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.