Mirror Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mirror Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01617 |
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
GRANVILLE REALTY INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mirror Lake Dam?
Mirror Lake 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 Mirror Lake Dam?
Mirror Lake Dam is owned by GRANVILLE REALTY INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mirror Lake Dam built?
Mirror Lake Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Mirror Lake Dam?
Mirror Lake 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 Mirror Lake Dam?
Mirror Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Mirror Lake Dam last inspected?
Mirror Lake Dam was last inspected on October 18, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.