Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7
Key Takeaway
Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7 is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 305 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 84 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 236 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00379 |
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
U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7?
Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7 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 Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7?
Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7 is owned by U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7 built?
Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7?
Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7?
Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7 has a dam height of 11 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 Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7 last inspected?
Iroquois National Refuge Dam Site #7 was last inspected on September 16, 1977. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.