Morningside Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Morningside Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 475 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 319 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 130 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 80 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01289 |
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
TOWN OF FALLSBURG
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Morningside Lake Dam?
Morningside 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 Morningside Lake Dam?
Morningside Lake Dam is owned by TOWN OF FALLSBURG (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morningside Lake Dam built?
Morningside Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Morningside Lake Dam?
Morningside 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 Morningside Lake Dam?
Morningside Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Morningside Lake Dam last inspected?
Morningside Lake Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.