Lost Lake Dam & Dike
Key Takeaway
Lost Lake Dam & Dike is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 362 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 259 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01393 |
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
LOST LAKE ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lost Lake Dam & Dike?
Lost Lake Dam & 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 Lost Lake Dam & Dike?
Lost Lake Dam & Dike is owned by LOST LAKE ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lost Lake Dam & Dike built?
Lost Lake Dam & Dike was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Lost Lake Dam & Dike?
Lost Lake Dam & 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 Lost Lake Dam & Dike?
Lost Lake Dam & Dike has a dam height of 10 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 Lost Lake Dam & Dike last inspected?
Lost Lake Dam & Dike was last inspected on November 20, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.