Lincoln Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Lincoln Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 53.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 197 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00834 |
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
TIMBER LAKE CAMP WEST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lincoln Farms Dam?
Lincoln Farms 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 Lincoln Farms Dam?
Lincoln Farms Dam is owned by TIMBER LAKE CAMP WEST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lincoln Farms Dam built?
Lincoln Farms Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Lincoln Farms Dam?
Lincoln Farms Dam 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 Lincoln Farms Dam?
Lincoln Farms Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Lincoln Farms Dam last inspected?
Lincoln Farms Dam was last inspected on June 11, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.