Tomkins Cove Dam, located in Tomkins Cove, New York, stands as a testament to early 20th-century engineering ingenuity with its masonry construction completed in 1915.
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The dam serves a primary purpose of irrigation, holding a storage capacity of 16 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 6 acres. Situated on the TR-Hudson River, the dam is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) and undergoes regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in June 2019.
Despite its historical significance, Tomkins Cove Dam faces challenges in terms of its condition assessment, marked as poor, and its hazard potential, deemed significant. The dam's spillway type is classified as uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 8 feet. The risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, with the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status remaining unspecified. While the dam's structural integrity may raise concerns, its presence as a vital water resource infrastructure in Rockland County underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the reliability of its irrigation functions.
Year Completed |
1915 |
Dam Length |
325 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HUDSON RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
8 |