Otis Young Dam
Key Takeaway
Otis Young Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 35 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01015 |
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
OTIS YOUNG
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Otis Young Dam?
Otis Young 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 Otis Young Dam?
Otis Young Dam is owned by OTIS YOUNG (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Otis Young Dam built?
Otis Young Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Otis Young Dam?
Otis Young 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 Otis Young Dam?
Otis Young Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Otis Young Dam last inspected?
Otis Young Dam was last inspected on May 7, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.