Keuka Lake Outlet Dam
Key Takeaway
Keuka Lake Outlet Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1880 and is 146 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 165.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11,712 acres |
| Drainage Area | 182 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1880 (146 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00390 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KEUKA LAKE OUTLET COMPACT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Keuka Lake Outlet Dam?
Keuka Lake Outlet Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Keuka Lake Outlet Dam?
Keuka Lake Outlet Dam is owned by KEUKA LAKE OUTLET COMPACT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keuka Lake Outlet Dam built?
Keuka Lake Outlet Dam was completed in 1880, making it 146 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 Keuka Lake Outlet Dam?
Keuka Lake Outlet Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Keuka Lake Outlet Dam?
Keuka Lake Outlet Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Keuka Lake Outlet Dam last inspected?
Keuka Lake Outlet Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.