Mill #2 Concrete Dam
Key Takeaway
Mill #2 Concrete Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 53.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 185 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 43 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,040 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00053 |
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
SEIDEN & SONS
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Mill #2 Concrete Dam?
Mill #2 Concrete 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 Mill #2 Concrete Dam?
Mill #2 Concrete Dam is owned by SEIDEN & SONS (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill #2 Concrete Dam built?
Mill #2 Concrete Dam was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Mill #2 Concrete Dam?
Mill #2 Concrete 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 Mill #2 Concrete Dam?
Mill #2 Concrete Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Mill #2 Concrete Dam last inspected?
Mill #2 Concrete Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.