Stanley Osborn Dam
Key Takeaway
Stanley Osborn Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 498 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01304 |
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
LEWIS & MARJORIE WAGNER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stanley Osborn Dam?
Stanley Osborn 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 Stanley Osborn Dam?
Stanley Osborn Dam is owned by LEWIS & MARJORIE WAGNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stanley Osborn Dam built?
Stanley Osborn Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Stanley Osborn Dam?
Stanley Osborn Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stanley Osborn Dam?
Stanley Osborn Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Stanley Osborn Dam last inspected?
Stanley Osborn Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.