Jackson Summit Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Jackson Summit Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 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 | 27 ft (taller than 74.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 90 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,385 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00153 |
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
GLOVERSVILLE BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jackson Summit Reservoir Dam?
Jackson Summit Reservoir 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 Jackson Summit Reservoir Dam?
Jackson Summit Reservoir Dam is owned by GLOVERSVILLE BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jackson Summit Reservoir Dam built?
Jackson Summit Reservoir Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Jackson Summit Reservoir Dam?
Jackson Summit Reservoir 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 Jackson Summit Reservoir Dam?
Jackson Summit Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Jackson Summit Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Jackson Summit Reservoir Dam was last inspected on January 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.