Lake Georgena
Key Takeaway
Lake Georgena is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1983 |
| NID ID | NY13198 |
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
West Point
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Georgena?
Lake Georgena 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 Georgena?
Lake Georgena is owned by West Point (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Georgena built?
Lake Georgena 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.
How tall is Lake Georgena?
Lake Georgena 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 Georgena last inspected?
Lake Georgena was last inspected on September 13, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.