Tannery - Dam "A"
Key Takeaway
Tannery - Dam "A" is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. 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 | 215 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,807 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00298 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Tannery - Dam "A"?
Tannery - Dam "A" 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 Tannery - Dam "A"?
Tannery - Dam "A" is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tannery - Dam "A" built?
Tannery - Dam "A" was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Tannery - Dam "A"?
Tannery - Dam "A" serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tannery - Dam "A"?
Tannery - Dam "A" 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 Tannery - Dam "A" last inspected?
Tannery - Dam "A" was last inspected on June 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.