Sidwell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sidwell Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 870 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 82 acres |
| Max Discharge | 850 cfs |
| NID ID | NY01215 |
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
Adirondack Fisheries, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sidwell Lake Dam?
Sidwell Lake Dam 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 Sidwell Lake Dam?
Sidwell Lake Dam is owned by Adirondack Fisheries, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Sidwell Lake Dam?
Sidwell Lake 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 Sidwell Lake Dam?
Sidwell Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Sidwell Lake Dam last inspected?
Sidwell Lake Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.