Staatsburg Water CO Dam
Key Takeaway
Staatsburg Water CO Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 219 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01636 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MARSHALL DRIVE ESTATES LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Staatsburg Water CO Dam?
Staatsburg Water CO Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Staatsburg Water CO Dam?
Staatsburg Water CO Dam is owned by MARSHALL DRIVE ESTATES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Staatsburg Water CO Dam built?
Staatsburg Water CO Dam was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Staatsburg Water CO Dam?
Staatsburg Water CO 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 Staatsburg Water CO Dam?
Staatsburg Water CO 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 Staatsburg Water CO Dam last inspected?
Staatsburg Water CO Dam was last inspected on November 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.