Lake Muskoday Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Muskoday Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 155 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 189 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00341 |
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
LAKE MUSKODAY HOMEOWNERS ASSOC., INC
Private
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Low Hazard 17 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Muskoday Dam?
Lake Muskoday 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 Muskoday Dam?
Lake Muskoday Dam is owned by LAKE MUSKODAY HOMEOWNERS ASSOC., INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Muskoday Dam built?
Lake Muskoday Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Muskoday Dam?
Lake Muskoday 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 Muskoday Dam?
Lake Muskoday Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Muskoday Dam last inspected?
Lake Muskoday Dam was last inspected on June 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.