Silver Stream Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Silver Stream Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 85.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 888 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 198 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00511 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF NEWBURGH
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Silver Stream Reservoir Dam?
Silver Stream Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Silver Stream Reservoir Dam?
Silver Stream Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF NEWBURGH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Silver Stream Reservoir Dam built?
Silver Stream Reservoir Dam was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Silver Stream Reservoir Dam?
Silver Stream Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Silver Stream Reservoir Dam?
Silver Stream Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Silver Stream Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Silver Stream Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.