Sparkle Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sparkle Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01330 |
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
TOWN OF YORKTOWN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sparkle Lake Dam?
Sparkle Lake 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 Sparkle Lake Dam?
Sparkle Lake Dam is owned by TOWN OF YORKTOWN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sparkle Lake Dam built?
Sparkle Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Sparkle Lake Dam?
Sparkle 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 Sparkle Lake Dam?
Sparkle Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Sparkle Lake Dam last inspected?
Sparkle Lake Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.