Murray Hill Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Murray Hill Estates Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 105 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 69 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13630 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HOWARD & LESLIE MARTIN;MARION FENTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Murray Hill Estates Dam?
Murray Hill Estates Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Murray Hill Estates Dam?
Murray Hill Estates Dam is owned by HOWARD & LESLIE MARTIN;MARION FENTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Murray Hill Estates Dam built?
Murray Hill Estates Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Murray Hill Estates Dam?
Murray Hill Estates Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Murray Hill Estates Dam?
Murray Hill Estates Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Murray Hill Estates Dam last inspected?
Murray Hill Estates Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.