Rock City Saw Mill Dam
Key Takeaway
Rock City Saw Mill Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 86 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 135 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13439 |
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
EDWARD KOVACH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rock City Saw Mill Dam?
Rock City Saw Mill 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 Rock City Saw Mill Dam?
Rock City Saw Mill Dam is owned by EDWARD KOVACH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rock City Saw Mill Dam built?
Rock City Saw Mill Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Rock City Saw Mill Dam?
Rock City Saw Mill 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 Rock City Saw Mill Dam?
Rock City Saw Mill Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Rock City Saw Mill Dam last inspected?
Rock City Saw Mill Dam was last inspected on June 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.