Lake Vanare Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Vanare Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 570 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00897 |
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 LAKE LUZERNE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Vanare Dam?
Lake Vanare 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 Vanare Dam?
Lake Vanare Dam is owned by TOWN OF LAKE LUZERNE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Vanare Dam built?
Lake Vanare Dam was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Vanare Dam?
Lake Vanare 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 Vanare Dam?
Lake Vanare 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 Vanare Dam last inspected?
Lake Vanare Dam was last inspected on May 6, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.