Mccagg Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccagg Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 68.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 355 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00135 |
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
HOWARD BROWN
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Mccagg Dam?
Mccagg 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 Mccagg Dam?
Mccagg Dam is owned by HOWARD BROWN (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccagg Dam built?
Mccagg Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Mccagg Dam?
Mccagg 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 Mccagg Dam?
Mccagg Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Mccagg Dam last inspected?
Mccagg Dam was last inspected on April 30, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.