Summit Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Summit Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 233 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 233 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01088 |
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
Gregory Tobin;SCHOHARIE COUNTY DPW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Summit Lake Dam?
Summit Lake 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 Summit Lake Dam?
Summit Lake Dam is owned by Gregory Tobin;SCHOHARIE COUNTY DPW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Summit Lake Dam built?
Summit Lake Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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?
Summit Lake Dam 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?
Summit Lake 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 Summit Lake Dam last inspected?
Summit Lake Dam was last inspected on September 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.