John Orth Dam
Key Takeaway
John Orth Dam is classified as unknown in New York. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 59 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NY12121 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JOHN ORTH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Orth Dam?
John Orth Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates John Orth Dam?
John Orth Dam is owned by JOHN ORTH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Orth Dam built?
John Orth Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Orth Dam?
John Orth 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 Orth Dam?
John Orth Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Orth Dam last inspected?
John Orth Dam was last inspected on June 6, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.