James Vance Wildlife Dam
Key Takeaway
James Vance Wildlife Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01010 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JAMES VANCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of James Vance Wildlife Dam?
James Vance Wildlife Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates James Vance Wildlife Dam?
James Vance Wildlife Dam is owned by JAMES VANCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was James Vance Wildlife Dam built?
James Vance Wildlife Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Vance Wildlife Dam?
James Vance Wildlife 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 Vance Wildlife Dam?
James Vance Wildlife Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Vance Wildlife Dam last inspected?
James Vance Wildlife Dam was last inspected on January 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.