James Hughey Dam
Key Takeaway
James Hughey Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 142 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01249 |
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
JAMES HUGHEY
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of James Hughey Dam?
James Hughey 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 James Hughey Dam?
James Hughey Dam is owned by JAMES HUGHEY (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was James Hughey Dam built?
James Hughey Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 James Hughey Dam?
James Hughey 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 James Hughey Dam?
James Hughey Dam has a dam height of 10 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 James Hughey Dam last inspected?
James Hughey Dam was last inspected on May 13, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.