Loughberry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Loughberry Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 747 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
| NID ID | NY01067 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Loughberry Lake Dam?
Loughberry Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Loughberry Lake Dam?
Loughberry Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Loughberry Lake Dam?
Loughberry Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Loughberry Lake Dam?
Loughberry Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Loughberry Lake Dam last inspected?
Loughberry Lake Dam was last inspected on November 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.