Lusk Reservior
Key Takeaway
Lusk Reservior is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 years old. 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 | 27 ft (taller than 74.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 254 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 283 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Max Discharge | 195 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1984 |
| NID ID | NY00594 |
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
West Point
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lusk Reservior?
Lusk Reservior 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 Lusk Reservior?
Lusk Reservior is owned by West Point (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lusk Reservior built?
Lusk Reservior was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Lusk Reservior?
Lusk Reservior serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lusk Reservior?
Lusk Reservior has a dam height of 27 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 Lusk Reservior last inspected?
Lusk Reservior was last inspected on September 13, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.