Rockbottom Dam
Key Takeaway
Rockbottom Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 260 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,300 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01054 |
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
CITY OF BINGHAMTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rockbottom Dam?
Rockbottom 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 Rockbottom Dam?
Rockbottom Dam is owned by CITY OF BINGHAMTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rockbottom Dam built?
Rockbottom Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Rockbottom Dam?
Rockbottom Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rockbottom Dam?
Rockbottom Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Rockbottom Dam last inspected?
Rockbottom Dam was last inspected on July 14, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.