Pine Lake Dam

CROOK BROOK· Westchester, New York· Concrete· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Pine Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY)
Dam Length50 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Surface Area9 acres
NID IDNY15086

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 3, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

WESTCHESTER COUNTY DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 WESTCHESTER COUNTY DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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 15 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 November 3, 2017. 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.