Lower Lake Metaugue Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Lake Metaugue Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01294 |
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
MT HUNTING CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Lake Metaugue Dam?
Lower Lake Metaugue 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 Lower Lake Metaugue Dam?
Lower Lake Metaugue Dam is owned by MT HUNTING CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Lake Metaugue Dam built?
Lower Lake Metaugue Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lake Metaugue Dam?
Lower Lake Metaugue 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 Lake Metaugue Dam?
Lower Lake Metaugue 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 Lake Metaugue Dam last inspected?
Lower Lake Metaugue Dam was last inspected on December 31, 1901. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.