Oakridge Land & Property Corp Dam
Key Takeaway
Oakridge Land & Property Corp Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 140 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01504 |
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
OAKRIDGE LAND & PROPERTY CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oakridge Land & Property Corp Dam?
Oakridge Land & Property Corp 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 Oakridge Land & Property Corp Dam?
Oakridge Land & Property Corp Dam is owned by OAKRIDGE LAND & PROPERTY CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oakridge Land & Property Corp Dam built?
Oakridge Land & Property Corp Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Oakridge Land & Property Corp Dam?
Oakridge Land & Property Corp 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 Oakridge Land & Property Corp Dam?
Oakridge Land & Property Corp Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Oakridge Land & Property Corp Dam last inspected?
Oakridge Land & Property Corp Dam was last inspected on November 19, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.