Trojan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Trojan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 145 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00994 |
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
SPARTAN HILLS INC
Private
Nearby Dams
Mud Pond Dam
Sullivan, NY
Low Hazard 15 ftLake Uncas Dam
Sullivan, NY
Low Hazard 12 ftNimrod Lake Dam
Sullivan, NY
Significant Hazard 12 ftKnickerbocker Pond Dam
Sullivan, NY
Low Hazard 10 ftEdgewood Lake Upper Dam
Sullivan, NY
Significant Hazard 19 ftOrchard Lake Dam
Sullivan, NY
Significant Hazard 16 ftEdgewood Lake Lower Dam
Sullivan, NY
Significant Hazard 15 ftWaneta Lake Dam
Sullivan, NY
Low Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Trojan Lake Dam?
Trojan 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 Trojan Lake Dam?
Trojan Lake Dam is owned by SPARTAN HILLS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Trojan Lake Dam built?
Trojan Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Trojan Lake Dam?
Trojan 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 Trojan Lake Dam?
Trojan Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Trojan Lake Dam last inspected?
Trojan Lake Dam was last inspected on June 11, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.