Lyle Harwood Recreational Pond Dam, also known as Sunset Lake, is a privately owned earth dam located in Farmersville Station, Cattaraugus County, New York.
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Completed in 1967, this dam primarily serves the purpose of recreation, offering a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. With a maximum storage capacity of 63 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 49 acre-feet, the dam stands at a height of 13 feet and stretches over a length of 670 feet.
The dam's spillway type is classified as uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 18 feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition is currently not rated, as the last inspection took place in August 1977. While the dam is state regulated, with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation overseeing permitting, inspection, and enforcement, there has been no recent data on emergency action plans or risk management measures. For those interested in exploring this recreational water resource in New York, Lyle Harwood Recreational Pond Dam offers a tranquil escape surrounded by the natural beauty of Elton Creek.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
670 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ELTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.72 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
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