Setting Pole Rapids Dam
Key Takeaway
Setting Pole Rapids Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 229 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 36.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7,000 acres |
| Drainage Area | 720 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,940 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00734 |
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
TOWN OF ALTAMONT
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Setting Pole Rapids Dam?
Setting Pole Rapids 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 Setting Pole Rapids Dam?
Setting Pole Rapids Dam is owned by TOWN OF ALTAMONT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Setting Pole Rapids Dam built?
Setting Pole Rapids Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Setting Pole Rapids Dam?
Setting Pole Rapids Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Setting Pole Rapids Dam?
Setting Pole Rapids Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Setting Pole Rapids Dam last inspected?
Setting Pole Rapids Dam was last inspected on July 10, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.