Pine Lake Dam & Dike
Key Takeaway
Pine Lake Dam & Dike is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 475 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01063 |
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
VILLAGE OF WHITEHALL
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pine Lake Dam & Dike?
Pine Lake Dam & Dike 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 Pine Lake Dam & Dike?
Pine Lake Dam & Dike is owned by VILLAGE OF WHITEHALL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine Lake Dam & Dike built?
Pine Lake Dam & Dike was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Lake Dam & Dike?
Pine Lake Dam & Dike serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pine Lake Dam & Dike?
Pine Lake Dam & Dike has a dam height of 16 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 Lake Dam & Dike last inspected?
Pine Lake Dam & Dike was last inspected on November 29, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.