Rock Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rock Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 10 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Max Discharge | 68 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01324 |
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
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA GREATER NEW YORK COUNCIL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rock Lake Dam?
Rock Lake 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 Rock Lake Dam?
Rock Lake Dam is owned by BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA GREATER NEW YORK COUNCIL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rock Lake Dam built?
Rock Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lake Dam?
Rock 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 Rock Lake Dam?
Rock Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Lake Dam last inspected?
Rock Lake Dam was last inspected on December 31, 1901. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.