Summit Lake Dam and Dike
Key Takeaway
Summit Lake Dam and Dike is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13958 |
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
KEN AND NANCY MIRMAN;Summit Lake Homeowner Association (SHLA);VICTOR AND KRISTINE CANNISTRA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Summit Lake Dam and Dike?
Summit Lake Dam and Dike 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 Summit Lake Dam and Dike?
Summit Lake Dam and Dike is owned by KEN AND NANCY MIRMAN;Summit Lake Homeowner Association (SHLA);VICTOR AND KRISTINE CANNISTRA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Summit Lake Dam and Dike built?
Summit Lake Dam and Dike was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Summit Lake Dam and Dike?
Summit Lake Dam and Dike serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Summit Lake Dam and Dike?
Summit Lake Dam and Dike has a dam height of 15 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 Summit Lake Dam and Dike last inspected?
Summit Lake Dam and Dike was last inspected on November 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.