Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike
Key Takeaway
Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 66% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 360 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01110 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MARLBOROUGH WATER DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike?
Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike?
Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike is owned by MARLBOROUGH WATER DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike built?
Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike 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 Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike?
Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike?
Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike has a dam height of 23 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 Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike last inspected?
Marlborough Water District Dam & Dike was last inspected on March 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.