Triah Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Triah Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 66% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 330 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | NY16160 |
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
GARY JAKE BAYS
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Triah Lake Dam?
Triah 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 Triah Lake Dam?
Triah Lake Dam is owned by GARY JAKE BAYS (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Triah Lake Dam built?
Triah Lake 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 Triah Lake Dam?
Triah Lake Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Triah Lake Dam?
Triah Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.