Orchard Lake Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountySullivan
Nearest CityGrooville
River/StreamSPRAGUE BROOK
Coordinates41.95528, -74.75972

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length116 ft
Year Completed1870 (156 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage220 acre-ft
Max Storage220 acre-ft
Normal Storage160 acre-ft
Surface Area38 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge480 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTHEODORE ROOSEVELT COUNCIL BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection08/09/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00667
Federal IDNY00667
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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