Lake Lagrange Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lagrange Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 788 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 733 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 82 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 935 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00866 |
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
VILLAGE OF LEROY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lagrange Dam?
Lake Lagrange 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 Lagrange Dam?
Lake Lagrange Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF LEROY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lagrange Dam built?
Lake Lagrange Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Lagrange Dam?
Lake Lagrange Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Lagrange Dam?
Lake Lagrange Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Lagrange Dam last inspected?
Lake Lagrange Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.