Lamson Dike
Key Takeaway
Lamson Dike is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00600 |
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
CITY OF MIDDLETOWN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lamson Dike?
Lamson Dike 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 Lamson Dike?
Lamson Dike is owned by CITY OF MIDDLETOWN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lamson Dike built?
Lamson Dike 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 Lamson Dike?
Lamson Dike serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lamson Dike?
Lamson Dike has a dam height of 9 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 Lamson Dike last inspected?
Lamson Dike was last inspected on November 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.