Nathaniel Cole Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Nathaniel Cole Park Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 46 ft (taller than 90.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 935 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 395 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00931 |
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
BROOME COUNTY - BROOME COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Nathaniel Cole Park Dam?
Nathaniel Cole Park 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 Nathaniel Cole Park Dam?
Nathaniel Cole Park Dam is owned by BROOME COUNTY - BROOME COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nathaniel Cole Park Dam built?
Nathaniel Cole Park Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Nathaniel Cole Park Dam?
Nathaniel Cole Park 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 Nathaniel Cole Park Dam?
Nathaniel Cole Park Dam has a dam height of 46 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 Nathaniel Cole Park Dam last inspected?
Nathaniel Cole Park Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.