Indian Falls Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Indian Falls Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 248 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 248 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 236 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00451 |
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
INDIAN FALLS LAKE CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Falls Lake Dam?
Indian Falls 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 Indian Falls Lake Dam?
Indian Falls Lake Dam is owned by INDIAN FALLS LAKE CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Falls Lake Dam built?
Indian Falls Lake 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 Indian Falls Lake Dam?
Indian Falls Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Indian Falls Lake Dam?
Indian Falls Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Indian Falls Lake Dam last inspected?
Indian Falls Lake Dam was last inspected on August 10, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.