Vincent Abel Dam
Key Takeaway
Vincent Abel Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 276 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 585 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01154 |
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
STEVEN ABEL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vincent Abel Dam?
Vincent Abel 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 Vincent Abel Dam?
Vincent Abel Dam is owned by STEVEN ABEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vincent Abel Dam built?
Vincent Abel Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Vincent Abel Dam?
Vincent Abel 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 Vincent Abel Dam?
Vincent Abel Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Vincent Abel Dam last inspected?
Vincent Abel Dam was last inspected on March 15, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.