Mountain Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mountain Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Max Discharge | 240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01327 |
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
F & N REALTY INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mountain Lake Dam?
Mountain 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 Mountain Lake Dam?
Mountain Lake Dam is owned by F & N REALTY INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mountain Lake Dam built?
Mountain Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Mountain Lake Dam?
Mountain 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 Mountain Lake Dam?
Mountain Lake 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 Mountain Lake Dam last inspected?
Mountain Lake Dam was last inspected on July 9, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.