Stone Mills Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Stone Mills Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 2,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 531 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 210 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01595 |
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
NYS DEC
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stone Mills Dam 2?
Stone Mills Dam 2 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 Stone Mills Dam 2?
Stone Mills Dam 2 is owned by NYS DEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stone Mills Dam 2 built?
Stone Mills Dam 2 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Stone Mills Dam 2?
Stone Mills Dam 2 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 Stone Mills Dam 2?
Stone Mills Dam 2 has a dam height of 11 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 Stone Mills Dam 2 last inspected?
Stone Mills Dam 2 was last inspected on July 29, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.