Newark Reservoir # 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Newark Reservoir # 2 Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 75.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 2,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 544 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 408 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 90 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00513 |
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
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA - IROQUOIS TRAIL COUNCIL
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Newark Reservoir # 2 Dam?
Newark Reservoir # 2 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 Newark Reservoir # 2 Dam?
Newark Reservoir # 2 Dam is owned by BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA - IROQUOIS TRAIL COUNCIL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Newark Reservoir # 2 Dam built?
Newark Reservoir # 2 Dam was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Newark Reservoir # 2 Dam?
Newark Reservoir # 2 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 Newark Reservoir # 2 Dam?
Newark Reservoir # 2 Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Newark Reservoir # 2 Dam last inspected?
Newark Reservoir # 2 Dam was last inspected on August 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.