Vincent Manzo Dam & Dike
Key Takeaway
Vincent Manzo Dam & Dike is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 235 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01044 |
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
VINCENT MANZO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vincent Manzo Dam & Dike?
Vincent Manzo Dam & Dike 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 Manzo Dam & Dike?
Vincent Manzo Dam & Dike is owned by VINCENT MANZO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vincent Manzo Dam & Dike built?
Vincent Manzo Dam & Dike was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Manzo Dam & Dike?
Vincent Manzo Dam & Dike 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 Manzo Dam & Dike?
Vincent Manzo Dam & Dike has a dam height of 18 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 Manzo Dam & Dike last inspected?
Vincent Manzo Dam & Dike was last inspected on July 11, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.