Marcell Roth Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Marcell Roth Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 415 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 104 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 155 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13556 |
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
NYS DEC DIVISION OF LANDS & FORESTS
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Marcell Roth Lake Dam?
Marcell Roth Lake Dam 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 Marcell Roth Lake Dam?
Marcell Roth Lake Dam is owned by NYS DEC DIVISION OF LANDS & FORESTS (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marcell Roth Lake Dam built?
Marcell Roth Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Marcell Roth Lake Dam?
Marcell Roth 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 Marcell Roth Lake Dam?
Marcell Roth Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Marcell Roth Lake Dam last inspected?
Marcell Roth Lake Dam was last inspected on November 18, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.