Stuart Klahn Dam

TR-EAST OTTO CREEK· Cattaraugus, New York· Built 1952· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Stuart Klahn Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY)
Dam Length820 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge299 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDNY00644

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 12, 1987
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

STUART KLAHN

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stuart Klahn Dam?

Stuart Klahn 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 Stuart Klahn Dam?

Stuart Klahn Dam is owned by STUART KLAHN (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stuart Klahn Dam built?

Stuart Klahn Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Stuart Klahn Dam?

Stuart Klahn 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 Stuart Klahn Dam?

Stuart Klahn Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Stuart Klahn Dam last inspected?

Stuart Klahn Dam was last inspected on November 12, 1987. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.