Pine Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pine Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1855 and is 171 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 768 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 160 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 990 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1855 (171 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00001 |
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
PINE LAKE RECREATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pine Lake Dam?
Pine 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 Lake Dam?
Pine Lake Dam is owned by PINE LAKE RECREATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine Lake Dam built?
Pine Lake Dam was completed in 1855, making it 171 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?
Pine 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 Pine Lake Dam?
Pine Lake Dam 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 last inspected?
Pine Lake Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.