Lake Dutchess Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Dutchess Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Max Discharge | 390 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01256 |
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
LAKE DUTCHESS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Dutchess Dam?
Lake Dutchess 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 Dutchess Dam?
Lake Dutchess Dam is owned by LAKE DUTCHESS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Dutchess Dam built?
Lake Dutchess Dam was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Dutchess Dam?
Lake Dutchess 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 Dutchess Dam?
Lake Dutchess Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Dutchess Dam last inspected?
Lake Dutchess Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.