John E Mcintosh Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
John E Mcintosh Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,810 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 174 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 258 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00863 |
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
HIGHLAND GLENS INC
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of John E Mcintosh Lake Dam?
John E Mcintosh Lake 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 E Mcintosh Lake Dam?
John E Mcintosh Lake Dam is owned by HIGHLAND GLENS INC (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John E Mcintosh Lake Dam built?
John E Mcintosh Lake 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 John E Mcintosh Lake Dam?
John E Mcintosh Lake 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 E Mcintosh Lake Dam?
John E Mcintosh Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 E Mcintosh Lake Dam last inspected?
John E Mcintosh Lake Dam was last inspected on April 24, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.