Kopcik Wetland Dam
Key Takeaway
Kopcik Wetland Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 265 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 125 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | NY16078 |
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
DAVID KOPCIK
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Kopcik Wetland Dam?
Kopcik Wetland 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 Kopcik Wetland Dam?
Kopcik Wetland Dam is owned by DAVID KOPCIK (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kopcik Wetland Dam built?
Kopcik Wetland Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Kopcik Wetland Dam?
Kopcik Wetland 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 Kopcik Wetland Dam?
Kopcik Wetland Dam has a dam height of 10 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.