South Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
South Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 499 acres |
| Max Discharge | 625 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00317 |
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
New York State Canal Corporation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of South Lake Dam?
South 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 South Lake Dam?
South Lake Dam is owned by New York State Canal Corporation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was South Lake Dam built?
South Lake Dam was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 South Lake Dam?
South 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 South Lake Dam?
South Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 South Lake Dam last inspected?
South Lake Dam was last inspected on August 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.