Seven Hills Camp Dam
Key Takeaway
Seven Hills Camp Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 69.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 122 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01546 |
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
GIRL SCOUTS OF NORTHEAST NEW YORK;GIRL SCOUTS OF NORTHEAST NEW YORK
Private
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Low Hazard 17 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Seven Hills Camp Dam?
Seven Hills Camp 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 Seven Hills Camp Dam?
Seven Hills Camp Dam is owned by GIRL SCOUTS OF NORTHEAST NEW YORK;GIRL SCOUTS OF NORTHEAST NEW YORK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Seven Hills Camp Dam built?
Seven Hills Camp Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Seven Hills Camp Dam?
Seven Hills Camp 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 Seven Hills Camp Dam?
Seven Hills Camp Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Seven Hills Camp Dam last inspected?
Seven Hills Camp Dam was last inspected on December 31, 1901. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.