Louis Dunckel Dam
Key Takeaway
Louis Dunckel Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 61.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 510 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01018 |
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
LOUIS DUNCKEL
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Louis Dunckel Dam?
Louis Dunckel 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 Louis Dunckel Dam?
Louis Dunckel Dam is owned by LOUIS DUNCKEL (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Louis Dunckel Dam built?
Louis Dunckel Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Louis Dunckel Dam?
Louis Dunckel Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Louis Dunckel Dam?
Louis Dunckel Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Louis Dunckel Dam last inspected?
Louis Dunckel Dam was last inspected on October 2, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.