Martin Dunham Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Martin Dunham Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 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 | 59 ft (taller than 94.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 91 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00672 |
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 PARKS, RECREATION & HISTORIC PRESERVATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Martin Dunham Reservoir Dam?
Martin Dunham Reservoir 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 Martin Dunham Reservoir Dam?
Martin Dunham Reservoir Dam is owned by NYS PARKS, RECREATION & HISTORIC PRESERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Martin Dunham Reservoir Dam built?
Martin Dunham Reservoir Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Martin Dunham Reservoir Dam?
Martin Dunham Reservoir 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 Martin Dunham Reservoir Dam?
Martin Dunham Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 59 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 Martin Dunham Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Martin Dunham Reservoir Dam was last inspected on January 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.