Lake Butterfield Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Butterfield Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01558 |
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
JAMES FORD ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Butterfield Dam?
Lake Butterfield 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 Butterfield Dam?
Lake Butterfield Dam is owned by JAMES FORD ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Butterfield Dam built?
Lake Butterfield Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Butterfield Dam?
Lake Butterfield 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 Butterfield Dam?
Lake Butterfield Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Butterfield Dam last inspected?
Lake Butterfield Dam was last inspected on November 29, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.