Lake Tibet Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Tibet Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 42 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00917 |
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
TOWN OF KENT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Tibet Dam?
Lake Tibet 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 Tibet Dam?
Lake Tibet Dam is owned by TOWN OF KENT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Tibet Dam built?
Lake Tibet Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Tibet Dam?
Lake Tibet 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 Tibet Dam?
Lake Tibet Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Tibet Dam last inspected?
Lake Tibet Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.