Rotterdam Square Impoundment Dam
Key Takeaway
Rotterdam Square Impoundment Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 3,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,740 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | NY14796 |
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
WILMORITE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rotterdam Square Impoundment Dam?
Rotterdam Square Impoundment 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 Rotterdam Square Impoundment Dam?
Rotterdam Square Impoundment Dam is owned by WILMORITE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rotterdam Square Impoundment Dam built?
Rotterdam Square Impoundment Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Rotterdam Square Impoundment Dam?
Rotterdam Square Impoundment Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rotterdam Square Impoundment Dam?
Rotterdam Square Impoundment Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Rotterdam Square Impoundment Dam last inspected?
Rotterdam Square Impoundment Dam was last inspected on August 1, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.