Pack Forest Lake Dam

TR-MILLINGTON BROOK· Warren, New York· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Pack Forest Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage308 acre-ft
Normal Storage246 acre-ft
Surface Area77 acres
Max Discharge105 cfs
NID IDNY01369

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 2, 2008
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

SUNY COLLEGE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & FORESTRY

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pack Forest Lake Dam?

Pack Forest Lake 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 Pack Forest Lake Dam?

Pack Forest Lake Dam is owned by SUNY COLLEGE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & FORESTRY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pack Forest Lake Dam?

Pack Forest Lake 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 Pack Forest Lake Dam?

Pack Forest Lake 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 Pack Forest Lake Dam last inspected?

Pack Forest Lake Dam was last inspected on July 2, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.