Monroe Recreation Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Monroe Recreation Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 155 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 259 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00036 |
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
VILLAGE OF MONROE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Monroe Recreation Lake Dam?
Monroe Recreation 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 Monroe Recreation Lake Dam?
Monroe Recreation Lake Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF MONROE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Monroe Recreation Lake Dam built?
Monroe Recreation Lake Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Monroe Recreation Lake Dam?
Monroe Recreation 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 Monroe Recreation Lake Dam?
Monroe Recreation Lake 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 Monroe Recreation Lake Dam last inspected?
Monroe Recreation Lake Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.