Starkdale Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Starkdale Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 61.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 165 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00131 |
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
JEORGE ANERTA
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Starkdale Farms Dam?
Starkdale Farms 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 Starkdale Farms Dam?
Starkdale Farms Dam is owned by JEORGE ANERTA (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Starkdale Farms Dam built?
Starkdale Farms Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Starkdale Farms Dam?
Starkdale Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Starkdale Farms Dam?
Starkdale Farms Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Starkdale Farms Dam last inspected?
Starkdale Farms Dam was last inspected on October 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.