Lake Edward Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Edward Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1855 and is 171 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 315 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 135 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 364 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1855 (171 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00806 |
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
GLOVERSVILLE BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Edward Dam?
Lake Edward 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 Edward Dam?
Lake Edward Dam is owned by GLOVERSVILLE BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Edward Dam built?
Lake Edward Dam was completed in 1855, making it 171 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 Edward Dam?
Lake Edward Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Edward Dam?
Lake Edward Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Edward Dam last inspected?
Lake Edward Dam was last inspected on June 5, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.