Red Hook Mills Dam
Key Takeaway
Red Hook Mills 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 | 26 ft (taller than 73.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| NID ID | NY01179 |
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
FRANCA COOPER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Red Hook Mills Dam?
Red Hook Mills 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 Red Hook Mills Dam?
Red Hook Mills Dam is owned by FRANCA COOPER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Red Hook Mills Dam?
Red Hook Mills 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 Red Hook Mills Dam?
Red Hook Mills Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Red Hook Mills Dam last inspected?
Red Hook Mills Dam was last inspected on June 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.