Wolf Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Wolf Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 960 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 320 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 410 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00328 |
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
WOLF LAKE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wolf Reservoir Dam?
Wolf Reservoir 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 Wolf Reservoir Dam?
Wolf Reservoir Dam is owned by WOLF LAKE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wolf Reservoir Dam built?
Wolf Reservoir Dam was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Wolf Reservoir Dam?
Wolf Reservoir 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 Wolf Reservoir Dam?
Wolf Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Wolf Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Wolf Reservoir Dam was last inspected on August 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.