Pine Hill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pine Hill Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 75.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,257 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 298 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01586 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NYS DEC DIVISION OF LANDS & FORESTS;NYS Olympic Regional Development Authority, Belleayre Mountain Ski Center
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pine Hill Lake Dam?
Pine Hill Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pine Hill Lake Dam?
Pine Hill Lake Dam is owned by NYS DEC DIVISION OF LANDS & FORESTS;NYS Olympic Regional Development Authority, Belleayre Mountain Ski Center (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine Hill Lake Dam built?
Pine Hill Lake Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Pine Hill Lake Dam?
Pine Hill Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pine Hill Lake Dam?
Pine Hill Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Pine Hill Lake Dam last inspected?
Pine Hill Lake Dam was last inspected on March 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.