The Highland Water Dist Res Dam & Dike, located in Highland, Ulster County, New York, was completed in 1939 and serves the primary purposes of recreation and water supply.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and stretches 278 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 92 acre-feet. The dam is situated along the TR-to Twaalfskill River, within the Philadelphia District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
With a surface area of 14 acres and a drainage area of 0.43 square miles, this dam has a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 12 feet, and it has a maximum discharge capacity of 250 cubic feet per second. The dam is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, which conducts regular inspections and enforces safety and maintenance measures to ensure the dam's integrity and public safety. This structure plays a vital role in providing recreational opportunities and water supply for the local community.
Year Completed |
1939 |
Dam Length |
278 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-to Twaalfskill |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Drainage Area |
0.43 |
Nid Storage |
92 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
18 |