Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh Dam
Key Takeaway
Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 288 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01456 |
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
ROBERT BISHOP
Private
Nearby Dams
Robert L Bishop Dam
Delaware, NY
Significant Hazard 34 ftKazam Pond Dam
Delaware, NY
Significant Hazard 35 ftTanglewood Lake Dam
Delaware, NY
Significant HazardGeiger Dam
Delaware, NY
Low Hazard 10 ftLake Delaware Dam
Delaware, NY
Low Hazard 9 ftMance Pond Dam
Delaware, NY
Low Hazard 12 ftRobert Ebner Pond Dam
Delaware, NY
Significant Hazard 18 ftT Bertram Anderson Dam
Delaware, NY
Low Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh Dam?
Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh Dam 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 Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh Dam?
Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh Dam is owned by ROBERT BISHOP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh Dam built?
Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh Dam?
Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh Dam?
Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh 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 Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh Dam last inspected?
Robert L Bishop Duck Marsh Dam was last inspected on June 17, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.