Robert Wahlberg Dam
Key Takeaway
Robert Wahlberg Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 545 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 138 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01084 |
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
MIBY KIM
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Robert Wahlberg Dam?
Robert Wahlberg 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 Wahlberg Dam?
Robert Wahlberg Dam is owned by MIBY KIM (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robert Wahlberg Dam built?
Robert Wahlberg Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Wahlberg Dam?
Robert Wahlberg 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 Robert Wahlberg Dam?
Robert Wahlberg 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 Robert Wahlberg Dam last inspected?
Robert Wahlberg Dam was last inspected on May 8, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.