Petker & Cohen Dam
Key Takeaway
Petker & Cohen Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 69.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 215 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13215 |
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
KOREAN BUDDHIST, WON KAK SA, INC.
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Petker & Cohen Dam?
Petker & Cohen 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 Petker & Cohen Dam?
Petker & Cohen Dam is owned by KOREAN BUDDHIST, WON KAK SA, INC. (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Petker & Cohen Dam built?
Petker & Cohen Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Petker & Cohen Dam?
Petker & Cohen 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 Petker & Cohen Dam?
Petker & Cohen Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Petker & Cohen Dam last inspected?
Petker & Cohen Dam was last inspected on February 9, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.