John Crane Dam
Key Takeaway
John Crane Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 74.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | NY15038 |
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
JOHN CRANE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Crane Dam?
John Crane 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 Crane Dam?
John Crane Dam is owned by JOHN CRANE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of John Crane Dam?
John Crane 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 John Crane Dam?
John Crane 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.