Jerome J Roach Dam
Key Takeaway
Jerome J Roach Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 73.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00538 |
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
JCW LEE HOLLOW, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jerome J Roach Dam?
Jerome J Roach 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 Jerome J Roach Dam?
Jerome J Roach Dam is owned by JCW LEE HOLLOW, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jerome J Roach Dam built?
Jerome J Roach Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Jerome J Roach Dam?
Jerome J Roach Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jerome J Roach Dam?
Jerome J Roach Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Jerome J Roach Dam last inspected?
Jerome J Roach Dam was last inspected on January 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.