Lake Hildegarde Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Hildegarde Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01132 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RICHARD J WINKLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Hildegarde Dam?
Lake Hildegarde Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Hildegarde Dam?
Lake Hildegarde Dam is owned by RICHARD J WINKLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Hildegarde Dam built?
Lake Hildegarde Dam was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Hildegarde Dam?
Lake Hildegarde Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Hildegarde Dam?
Lake Hildegarde Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Hildegarde Dam last inspected?
Lake Hildegarde Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.