Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 80.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 3,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | NY16145 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WIN-SUM SKI CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam?
Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam?
Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam is owned by WIN-SUM SKI CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam built?
Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam?
Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam?
Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Tannenbaum Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.