Little York Dam
Key Takeaway
Little York Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 819 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 532 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 150 acres |
| Drainage Area | 33 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,820 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2015 (11 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01023 |
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
CORTLAND COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little York Dam?
Little York 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 Little York Dam?
Little York Dam is owned by CORTLAND COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little York Dam built?
Little York Dam was completed in 2015, making it 11 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 Little York Dam?
Little York 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 Little York Dam?
Little York Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Little York Dam last inspected?
Little York Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.