Sullivan Park Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Sullivan Park Detention Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 485 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | NY11294 |
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
CORNING INCORPORATED SULLIVAN PARK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sullivan Park Detention Dam?
Sullivan Park Detention 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 Sullivan Park Detention Dam?
Sullivan Park Detention Dam is owned by CORNING INCORPORATED SULLIVAN PARK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sullivan Park Detention Dam built?
Sullivan Park Detention Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Sullivan Park Detention Dam?
Sullivan Park Detention Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sullivan Park Detention Dam?
Sullivan Park Detention Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Sullivan Park Detention Dam last inspected?
Sullivan Park Detention Dam was last inspected on October 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.