Summit Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Summit Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1873 and is 153 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 145 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Year Completed | 1873 (153 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01094 |
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
NYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Summit Lake Dam?
Summit Lake 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 Summit Lake Dam?
Summit Lake Dam is owned by NYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION (State 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 1873, making it 153 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 13 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 March 11, 1975. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.