John Carpentor Dam
Key Takeaway
John Carpentor Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 408 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01026 |
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
OWEN BARTHOLOMEW
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of John Carpentor Dam?
John Carpentor 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 John Carpentor Dam?
John Carpentor Dam is owned by OWEN BARTHOLOMEW (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Carpentor Dam built?
John Carpentor Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 John Carpentor Dam?
John Carpentor 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 John Carpentor Dam?
John Carpentor Dam has a dam height of 14 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 John Carpentor Dam last inspected?
John Carpentor Dam was last inspected on April 22, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.