Smithline Wrp Dam
Key Takeaway
Smithline Wrp Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 400 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 152 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | NY15060 |
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
JOEL L. LAPIERRE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smithline Wrp Dam?
Smithline Wrp 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 Smithline Wrp Dam?
Smithline Wrp Dam is owned by JOEL L. LAPIERRE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smithline Wrp Dam built?
Smithline Wrp Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Smithline Wrp Dam?
Smithline Wrp Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Smithline Wrp Dam?
Smithline Wrp 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.