Lime Lake Outlet Dam
Key Takeaway
Lime Lake Outlet Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 616 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 154 acres |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00924 |
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
CATTARAUGUS COUNTY;LIME LAKE COTTAGE OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lime Lake Outlet Dam?
Lime Lake Outlet 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 Lime Lake Outlet Dam?
Lime Lake Outlet Dam is owned by CATTARAUGUS COUNTY;LIME LAKE COTTAGE OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lime Lake Outlet Dam built?
Lime Lake Outlet Dam was completed in 1850, making it 176 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 Lime Lake Outlet Dam?
Lime Lake Outlet Dam 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 Lime Lake Outlet Dam?
Lime Lake Outlet Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Lime Lake Outlet Dam last inspected?
Lime Lake Outlet Dam was last inspected on July 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.