Morton Salt Dam
Key Takeaway
Morton Salt Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 132 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | NY10672 |
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
Morton Salt Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morton Salt Dam?
Morton Salt 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 Morton Salt Dam?
Morton Salt Dam is owned by Morton Salt Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morton Salt Dam built?
Morton Salt Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Morton Salt Dam?
Morton Salt 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 Morton Salt Dam?
Morton Salt Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Morton Salt Dam last inspected?
Morton Salt Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.