Ymca Camp Mcalister Dam
Key Takeaway
Ymca Camp Mcalister Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 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 | 26 ft (taller than 73.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 356 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01218 |
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
YMCA OF GREATER NEW YORK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ymca Camp Mcalister Dam?
Ymca Camp Mcalister 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 Ymca Camp Mcalister Dam?
Ymca Camp Mcalister Dam is owned by YMCA OF GREATER NEW YORK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ymca Camp Mcalister Dam built?
Ymca Camp Mcalister Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Ymca Camp Mcalister Dam?
Ymca Camp Mcalister 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 Ymca Camp Mcalister Dam?
Ymca Camp Mcalister Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Ymca Camp Mcalister Dam last inspected?
Ymca Camp Mcalister Dam was last inspected on December 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.