Lake Askoti Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Askoti Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 75.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 656 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 656 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00491 |
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
NYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Askoti Dam?
Lake Askoti 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 Lake Askoti Dam?
Lake Askoti Dam is owned by NYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Askoti Dam built?
Lake Askoti Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Lake Askoti Dam?
Lake Askoti Dam 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 Lake Askoti Dam?
Lake Askoti Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Lake Askoti Dam last inspected?
Lake Askoti Dam was last inspected on December 21, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.