Kabau Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kabau Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,080 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00639 |
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
ALFRED SEEWALDT JR ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kabau Lake Dam?
Kabau 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 Kabau Lake Dam?
Kabau Lake Dam is owned by ALFRED SEEWALDT JR ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kabau Lake Dam built?
Kabau Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Kabau Lake Dam?
Kabau 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 Kabau Lake Dam?
Kabau Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Kabau Lake Dam last inspected?
Kabau Lake Dam was last inspected on June 8, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.