M S Abbey & Paul Emerson Dam
Key Takeaway
M S Abbey & Paul Emerson Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 469 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00807 |
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
MARTIN BIERWORTH
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of M S Abbey & Paul Emerson Dam?
M S Abbey & Paul Emerson 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 M S Abbey & Paul Emerson Dam?
M S Abbey & Paul Emerson Dam is owned by MARTIN BIERWORTH (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was M S Abbey & Paul Emerson Dam built?
M S Abbey & Paul Emerson Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 M S Abbey & Paul Emerson Dam?
M S Abbey & Paul Emerson 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 M S Abbey & Paul Emerson Dam?
M S Abbey & Paul Emerson Dam has a dam height of 30 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 M S Abbey & Paul Emerson Dam last inspected?
M S Abbey & Paul Emerson Dam was last inspected on November 24, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.