Lenape Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lenape Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Max Discharge | 95 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01281 |
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
LENAPE LAKE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lenape Lake Dam?
Lenape Lake 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 Lenape Lake Dam?
Lenape Lake Dam is owned by LENAPE LAKE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lenape Lake Dam built?
Lenape Lake Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Lenape Lake Dam?
Lenape Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lenape Lake Dam?
Lenape Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Lenape Lake Dam last inspected?
Lenape Lake Dam was last inspected on January 19, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.