Mountain View Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Located in Mountain View, New York, the Mountain View Lake Dam stands as a significant structure in the region, primarily serving recreational purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1979, this timber crib dam has a height of 12 feet and a length of 130 feet, creating a storage capacity of 19,250 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 1,710 acre-feet and a surface area of 570 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing the water resources of the Salmon River.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the NYS DEC, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. The spillway, with a width of 55 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam has not been rated for its condition as of the last inspection in 1997. While the risk management measures and emergency action plans for the dam are not specified in the data, its role in water resource management and recreational activities makes it a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
130 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
SALMON RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Timber Crib |
Surface Area |
570 |
Drainage Area |
79 |
Nid Storage |
19250 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Mountain View Lake Dam