Ulster Heights Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ulster Heights Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01107 |
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
ULSTER HEIGHTS LAKE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ulster Heights Lake Dam?
Ulster Heights 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 Ulster Heights Lake Dam?
Ulster Heights Lake Dam is owned by ULSTER HEIGHTS LAKE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ulster Heights Lake Dam built?
Ulster Heights Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Ulster Heights Lake Dam?
Ulster Heights 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 Ulster Heights Lake Dam?
Ulster Heights Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Ulster Heights Lake Dam last inspected?
Ulster Heights Lake Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.