Tobin Northrup Marsh Dam
Key Takeaway
Tobin Northrup Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00898 |
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
CHARLES SITZENSTOCK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tobin Northrup Marsh Dam?
Tobin Northrup Marsh 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 Tobin Northrup Marsh Dam?
Tobin Northrup Marsh Dam is owned by CHARLES SITZENSTOCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tobin Northrup Marsh Dam built?
Tobin Northrup Marsh Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Tobin Northrup Marsh Dam?
Tobin Northrup Marsh 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 Tobin Northrup Marsh Dam?
Tobin Northrup Marsh Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Tobin Northrup Marsh Dam last inspected?
Tobin Northrup Marsh Dam was last inspected on October 27, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.