Steele Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Steele Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 64 ft (taller than 95.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 488 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 162 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00122 |
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
CITY OF AMSTERDAM
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Steele Reservoir Dam?
Steele Reservoir 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 Steele Reservoir Dam?
Steele Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF AMSTERDAM (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Steele Reservoir Dam built?
Steele Reservoir Dam was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Steele Reservoir Dam?
Steele Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Steele Reservoir Dam?
Steele Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 64 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 Steele Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Steele Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.