Treasure Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Treasure Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 345 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01200 |
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
EMERALD GREEN PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Treasure Lake Dam?
Treasure 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 Treasure Lake Dam?
Treasure Lake Dam is owned by EMERALD GREEN PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Treasure Lake Dam built?
Treasure Lake Dam was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Treasure Lake Dam?
Treasure 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 Treasure Lake Dam?
Treasure Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Treasure Lake Dam last inspected?
Treasure Lake Dam was last inspected on June 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.