Kasoag Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kasoag Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1820 and is 206 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Year Completed | 1820 (206 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01423 |
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
Oswego County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kasoag Lake Dam?
Kasoag 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 Kasoag Lake Dam?
Kasoag Lake Dam is owned by Oswego County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kasoag Lake Dam built?
Kasoag Lake Dam was completed in 1820, making it 206 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 Kasoag Lake Dam?
Kasoag 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 Kasoag Lake Dam?
Kasoag Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Kasoag Lake Dam last inspected?
Kasoag Lake Dam was last inspected on May 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.