Rockland Print CO Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Rockland Print CO Dam #2 is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1875 and is 151 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Year Completed | 1875 (151 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13584 |
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
Rockland County Drainage Agency
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rockland Print CO Dam #2?
Rockland Print CO Dam #2 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 Rockland Print CO Dam #2?
Rockland Print CO Dam #2 is owned by Rockland County Drainage Agency (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rockland Print CO Dam #2 built?
Rockland Print CO Dam #2 was completed in 1875, making it 151 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 Rockland Print CO Dam #2?
Rockland Print CO Dam #2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rockland Print CO Dam #2?
Rockland Print CO Dam #2 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 Rockland Print CO Dam #2 last inspected?
Rockland Print CO Dam #2 was last inspected on November 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.