White Crane Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
White Crane Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 77.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 872 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 242 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | NY16029 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
James A. Grundy - Irrevocable Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of White Crane Lake Dam?
White Crane Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates White Crane Lake Dam?
White Crane Lake Dam is owned by James A. Grundy - Irrevocable Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White Crane Lake Dam built?
White Crane Lake Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 White Crane Lake Dam?
White Crane Lake 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 White Crane Lake Dam?
White Crane Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 White Crane Lake Dam last inspected?
White Crane Lake Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.