Lower Lake Nimham Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Lake Nimham Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 145 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,581 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00137 |
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
JULIE S. DALE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Lake Nimham Dam?
Lower Lake Nimham 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 Nimham Dam?
Lower Lake Nimham Dam is owned by JULIE S. DALE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Lake Nimham Dam built?
Lower Lake Nimham Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Nimham Dam?
Lower Lake Nimham 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 Nimham Dam?
Lower Lake Nimham Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Nimham Dam last inspected?
Lower Lake Nimham Dam was last inspected on October 20, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.