Levine Lake Dam A

TR-HORSE POND BROOK· Putnam, New York· Built 1961· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Levine Lake Dam A is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage145 acre-ft
Normal Storage135 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge50 cfs
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDNY00466

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 4, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

KENTWOOD LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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South Lake Dam (Upper)

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Significant Hazard 12 ft

Drew Lake Dam

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Ballard Dam

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Lake Dutchess Dam

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White Pond Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Levine Lake Dam A?

Levine Lake Dam A 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 Levine Lake Dam A?

Levine Lake Dam A is owned by KENTWOOD LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Levine Lake Dam A built?

Levine Lake Dam A was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Levine Lake Dam A?

Levine Lake Dam A serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Levine Lake Dam A?

Levine Lake Dam A has a dam height of 15 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 Levine Lake Dam A last inspected?

Levine Lake Dam A was last inspected on March 4, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.