Tuxedo Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tuxedo Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1898 and is 128 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 638 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 277 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1898 (128 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00014 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
The Tuxedo Club;VILLAGE OF TUXEDO PARK
Local Government
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High Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tuxedo Lake Dam?
Tuxedo Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tuxedo Lake Dam?
Tuxedo Lake Dam is owned by The Tuxedo Club;VILLAGE OF TUXEDO PARK (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tuxedo Lake Dam built?
Tuxedo Lake Dam was completed in 1898, making it 128 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 Tuxedo Lake Dam?
Tuxedo Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tuxedo Lake Dam?
Tuxedo 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 Tuxedo Lake Dam last inspected?
Tuxedo Lake Dam was last inspected on September 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.