Watervliet Balancing Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Watervliet Balancing Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13743 |
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
CITY OF WATERVLIET
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Watervliet Balancing Reservoir Dam?
Watervliet Balancing Reservoir 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 Watervliet Balancing Reservoir Dam?
Watervliet Balancing Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF WATERVLIET (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Watervliet Balancing Reservoir Dam built?
Watervliet Balancing Reservoir Dam was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 Watervliet Balancing Reservoir Dam?
Watervliet Balancing Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Watervliet Balancing Reservoir Dam?
Watervliet Balancing Reservoir 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 Watervliet Balancing Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Watervliet Balancing Reservoir Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.