Village of Lyndonville Dam
Key Takeaway
Village of Lyndonville Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 94 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | NY10414 |
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
VILLAGE OF LYNDONVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Village of Lyndonville Dam?
Village of Lyndonville 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 Village of Lyndonville Dam?
Village of Lyndonville Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF LYNDONVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Village of Lyndonville Dam built?
Village of Lyndonville Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Village of Lyndonville Dam?
Village of Lyndonville 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 Village of Lyndonville Dam?
Village of Lyndonville Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Village of Lyndonville Dam last inspected?
Village of Lyndonville Dam was last inspected on March 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.