Kinderhook Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kinderhook Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1886 and is 140 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 5.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 350 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1886 (140 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00887 |
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
KINDERHOOK LAKE CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kinderhook Lake Dam?
Kinderhook 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 Kinderhook Lake Dam?
Kinderhook Lake Dam is owned by KINDERHOOK LAKE CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kinderhook Lake Dam built?
Kinderhook Lake Dam was completed in 1886, making it 140 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 Kinderhook Lake Dam?
Kinderhook Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kinderhook Lake Dam?
Kinderhook 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 Kinderhook Lake Dam last inspected?
Kinderhook Lake Dam was last inspected on April 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.