Mulford Dam

NONE· Madison, New York· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Mulford Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 88.1% in NY)
Max Storage27 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDNY01603

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 4, 1993
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mulford Dam?

Mulford 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 Mulford Dam?

Mulford Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mulford Dam?

Mulford 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 Mulford Dam?

Mulford Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Mulford Dam last inspected?

Mulford Dam was last inspected on May 4, 1993. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.