North Woods Dam #2
Key Takeaway
North Woods Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 591 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01083 |
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
WATCHTOWER BIBLE AND TRACT SOCIETY OF NEW YORK, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of North Woods Dam #2?
North Woods Dam #2 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 North Woods Dam #2?
North Woods Dam #2 is owned by WATCHTOWER BIBLE AND TRACT SOCIETY OF NEW YORK, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Woods Dam #2 built?
North Woods Dam #2 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 North Woods Dam #2?
North Woods Dam #2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is North Woods Dam #2?
North Woods Dam #2 has a dam height of 18 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 North Woods Dam #2 last inspected?
North Woods Dam #2 was last inspected on November 24, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.