Truesdale Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Truesdale Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 720 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 83 acres |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | NY14813 |
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
TOWN OF LEWISBORO;TRUESDALE LAKE ASSOCIATION
Local Government
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Significant Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Truesdale Lake Dam?
Truesdale 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 Truesdale Lake Dam?
Truesdale Lake Dam is owned by TOWN OF LEWISBORO;TRUESDALE LAKE ASSOCIATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Truesdale Lake Dam built?
Truesdale Lake Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Truesdale Lake Dam?
Truesdale 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 Truesdale Lake Dam?
Truesdale Lake Dam 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 Truesdale Lake Dam last inspected?
Truesdale Lake Dam was last inspected on June 19, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.