Leisurewood Campground Dam
Key Takeaway
Leisurewood Campground Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | NY16276 |
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
LEISUREWOOD CAMPGROUNDS, INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leisurewood Campground Dam?
Leisurewood Campground Dam 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 Leisurewood Campground Dam?
Leisurewood Campground Dam is owned by LEISUREWOOD CAMPGROUNDS, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Leisurewood Campground Dam?
Leisurewood Campground Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Leisurewood Campground Dam last inspected?
Leisurewood Campground Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.