Snow Bird Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Snow Bird Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 165 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 331 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 239 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 47 acres |
| Drainage Area | 25 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00561 |
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
SNOWBIRD LAKE ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Snow Bird Lake Dam?
Snow Bird Lake 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 Snow Bird Lake Dam?
Snow Bird Lake Dam is owned by SNOWBIRD LAKE ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snow Bird Lake Dam built?
Snow Bird Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Snow Bird Lake Dam?
Snow Bird 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 Snow Bird Lake Dam?
Snow Bird Lake 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 Snow Bird Lake Dam last inspected?
Snow Bird Lake Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.