Klatz Dam

CATSKILL CREEK· Greene, New York· Built 1907· Buttress· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Klatz Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 68.1% in NY)
Dam Length236 ft
Dam TypeButtress
Max Storage167 acre-ft
Drainage Area98 sq mi
Year Completed1907 (119 years old)
NID IDNY00929

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: No
Last Inspection: August 17, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

MARK KLATZ

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Klatz Dam?

Klatz 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 Klatz Dam?

Klatz Dam is owned by MARK KLATZ (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Klatz Dam built?

Klatz Dam was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Klatz Dam?

Klatz Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Klatz Dam?

Klatz Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Klatz Dam last inspected?

Klatz Dam was last inspected on August 17, 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.