Mogisca Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mogisca Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 85.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 487 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 319 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00504 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MORRY'S CAMP INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mogisca Lake Dam?
Mogisca Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mogisca Lake Dam?
Mogisca Lake Dam is owned by MORRY'S CAMP INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mogisca Lake Dam built?
Mogisca Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Mogisca Lake Dam?
Mogisca Lake 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 Mogisca Lake Dam?
Mogisca Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Mogisca Lake Dam last inspected?
Mogisca Lake Dam was last inspected on June 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.