Warwick Meadows Dam
Key Takeaway
Warwick Meadows Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 69.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 890 cfs |
| NID ID | NY13000 |
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
WARWICK MEADOWS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Warwick Meadows Dam?
Warwick Meadows 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 Warwick Meadows Dam?
Warwick Meadows Dam is owned by WARWICK MEADOWS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Warwick Meadows Dam?
Warwick Meadows Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Warwick Meadows Dam?
Warwick Meadows Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Warwick Meadows Dam last inspected?
Warwick Meadows Dam was last inspected on September 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.