Levine Lake Dam B (Dike)
Key Takeaway
Levine Lake Dam B (Dike) is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00467 |
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
S H LEVINE
Not Listed
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Levine Lake Dam B (Dike)?
Levine Lake Dam B (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 Levine Lake Dam B (Dike)?
Levine Lake Dam B (Dike) is owned by S H LEVINE (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Levine Lake Dam B (Dike) built?
Levine Lake Dam B (Dike) 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 B (Dike)?
Levine Lake Dam B (Dike) 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 Levine Lake Dam B (Dike)?
Levine Lake Dam B (Dike) has a dam height of 8 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 B (Dike) last inspected?
Levine Lake Dam B (Dike) was last inspected on October 7, 1971. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.