Turkey Hill Dam
Key Takeaway
Turkey Hill Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 87.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 686 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 454 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 254 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00269 |
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
NYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Turkey Hill Dam?
Turkey Hill 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 Turkey Hill Dam?
Turkey Hill Dam is owned by NYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turkey Hill Dam built?
Turkey Hill Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Turkey Hill Dam?
Turkey Hill 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 Turkey Hill Dam?
Turkey Hill Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Turkey Hill Dam last inspected?
Turkey Hill Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.