Truitt Bros Dam
Key Takeaway
Truitt Bros Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 36 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00357 |
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
WILLIAM H WEBER
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Truitt Bros Dam?
Truitt Bros 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 Truitt Bros Dam?
Truitt Bros Dam is owned by WILLIAM H WEBER (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Truitt Bros Dam built?
Truitt Bros Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Truitt Bros Dam?
Truitt Bros 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 Truitt Bros Dam?
Truitt Bros Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Truitt Bros Dam last inspected?
Truitt Bros Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.