Lake Forest Dam

TR-HUDSON RIVER· Warren, New York· Built 1973· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Forest Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY)
Dam Length307 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge850 cfs
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDNY01166

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 27, 2008
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

NORTHWOODS ASSOCIATION INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Forest Dam?

Lake Forest 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 Forest Dam?

Lake Forest Dam is owned by NORTHWOODS ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Forest Dam built?

Lake Forest Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Forest Dam?

Lake Forest 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 Forest Dam?

Lake Forest Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Forest Dam last inspected?

Lake Forest Dam was last inspected on August 27, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.