Cortlandt Lake Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyWestchester
Nearest CityCortlandt
River/StreamSPROUT BROOK
Coordinates41.32678, -73.91355

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height37 ft
Dam Height37 ft
Dam Length225 ft
Year Completed1929 (97 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage244 acre-ft
Max Storage244 acre-ft
Normal Storage140 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area15 sq mi
Max Discharge6,700 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCONTINENTAL VILLAGE PARK DISTRICT
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection03/20/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00085
Federal IDNY00085
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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