Middletown Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Middletown Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | NY12797 |
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
CITY OF MIDDLETOWN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Middletown Reservoir Dam?
Middletown Reservoir 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 Middletown Reservoir Dam?
Middletown Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF MIDDLETOWN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Middletown Reservoir Dam built?
Middletown Reservoir Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Middletown Reservoir Dam?
Middletown Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Middletown Reservoir Dam?
Middletown Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Middletown Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Middletown Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.