Lake Luzerne Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Luzerne Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1860 and is 166 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 5 ft (taller than 0.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 111 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1860 (166 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13319 |
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
TOWN OF LUZERNE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Luzerne Dam?
Lake Luzerne 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 Luzerne Dam?
Lake Luzerne Dam is owned by TOWN OF LUZERNE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Luzerne Dam built?
Lake Luzerne Dam was completed in 1860, making it 166 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 Luzerne Dam?
Lake Luzerne 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 Luzerne Dam?
Lake Luzerne Dam has a dam height of 5 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 Luzerne Dam last inspected?
Lake Luzerne Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.