Highland Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyOrange
Nearest CityNone
River/StreamSHAWANUNKILL
Coordinates41.45139, -74.48639

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length516 ft
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,147 acre-ft
Max Storage2,147 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,000 acre-ft
Surface Area98 acres
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCITY OF MIDDLETOWN
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/03/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY01131
Federal IDNY01131
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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