Old Fly Wildlife Dam
Key Takeaway
Old Fly Wildlife Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 139 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 490 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01053 |
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
RALPH BAYS
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Old Fly Wildlife Dam?
Old Fly Wildlife 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 Old Fly Wildlife Dam?
Old Fly Wildlife Dam is owned by RALPH BAYS (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Fly Wildlife Dam built?
Old Fly Wildlife Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Old Fly Wildlife Dam?
Old Fly Wildlife Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Old Fly Wildlife Dam?
Old Fly Wildlife Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Old Fly Wildlife Dam last inspected?
Old Fly Wildlife Dam was last inspected on October 15, 1970. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.