Lower Ausable Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Ausable Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 91 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 819 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 563 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,730 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00221 |
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
AUSABLE CLUB ADIRONDACK MT RESERVE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Ausable Lake Dam?
Lower Ausable Lake 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 Lower Ausable Lake Dam?
Lower Ausable Lake Dam is owned by AUSABLE CLUB ADIRONDACK MT RESERVE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Ausable Lake Dam built?
Lower Ausable Lake Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Lower Ausable Lake Dam?
Lower Ausable Lake 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 Lower Ausable Lake Dam?
Lower Ausable Lake Dam 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 Lower Ausable Lake Dam last inspected?
Lower Ausable Lake Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.