Kenoza Lake Dam

JAKETOWN CREEK· Sullivan, New York· Built 1843· Stone· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kenoza Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1843 and is 183 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY)
Dam Length70 ft
Dam TypeStone
Max Storage440 acre-ft
Normal Storage375 acre-ft
Surface Area83 acres
Max Discharge525 cfs
Year Completed1843 (183 years old)
NID IDNY00335

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 4, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

5691 Route 52, LLC;5691 Route 52, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kenoza Lake Dam?

Kenoza 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 Kenoza Lake Dam?

Kenoza Lake Dam is owned by 5691 Route 52, LLC;5691 Route 52, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kenoza Lake Dam built?

Kenoza Lake Dam was completed in 1843, making it 183 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 Kenoza Lake Dam?

Kenoza 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 Kenoza Lake Dam?

Kenoza Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Kenoza Lake Dam last inspected?

Kenoza Lake Dam was last inspected on May 4, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.