Lake Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler
Key Takeaway
Lake Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 83.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 716 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00922 |
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
Seneca Waterways Council Inc. B.S.A.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler?
Lake Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler 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 Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler?
Lake Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler is owned by Seneca Waterways Council Inc. B.S.A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler built?
Lake Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler?
Lake Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler 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 Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler?
Lake Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler has a dam height of 35 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 Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler last inspected?
Lake Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler was last inspected on October 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.