Rossman Fly Dam
Key Takeaway
Rossman Fly Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01275 |
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
OTIS & RUTH PALMER
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Rossman Fly Dam?
Rossman Fly 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 Rossman Fly Dam?
Rossman Fly Dam is owned by OTIS & RUTH PALMER (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rossman Fly Dam built?
Rossman Fly Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Rossman Fly Dam?
Rossman Fly 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 Rossman Fly Dam?
Rossman Fly 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 Rossman Fly Dam last inspected?
Rossman Fly Dam was last inspected on April 2, 1986. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.