Lake Stahahe Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Stahahe Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 737 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 737 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 90 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01097 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Stahahe Dam?
Lake Stahahe Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Stahahe Dam?
Lake Stahahe Dam is owned by NYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Stahahe Dam built?
Lake Stahahe Dam was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Stahahe Dam?
Lake Stahahe Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Stahahe Dam?
Lake Stahahe Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Stahahe Dam last inspected?
Lake Stahahe Dam was last inspected on October 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.