Knupfer Dam & Dike
Key Takeaway
Knupfer Dam & Dike is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 195 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 280 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00133 |
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
FREDERICK MILITELLO
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Knupfer Dam & Dike?
Knupfer Dam & Dike 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 Knupfer Dam & Dike?
Knupfer Dam & Dike is owned by FREDERICK MILITELLO (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Knupfer Dam & Dike built?
Knupfer Dam & Dike was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Knupfer Dam & Dike?
Knupfer Dam & Dike 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 Knupfer Dam & Dike?
Knupfer Dam & Dike has a dam height of 16 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 Knupfer Dam & Dike last inspected?
Knupfer Dam & Dike was last inspected on July 3, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.