Dieterich Dam #1, located in Millbrook, New York, is a private masonry structure completed in 1900 for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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The dam, standing at 23 feet tall and 42 feet long, spans the Wappinger Creek and has a storage capacity of 15 acre-feet. With a significant hazard potential and a poor condition assessment, the dam is regulated by the NYS DEC and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
Although the dam has an uncontrolled spillway type and a spillway width of 30 feet, it lacks associated locks or outlet gates. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's management measures and risk characterization summary are currently unspecified. The last inspection in April 2019 revealed the dam's poor condition, prompting the need for continued monitoring and enforcement to maintain its structural integrity and ensure public safety.
As an essential irrigation resource in the region, Dieterich Dam #1 serves a vital role in providing water for agricultural purposes. However, its outdated infrastructure and poor condition highlight the importance of ongoing maintenance and risk management to prevent potential hazards and ensure the continued availability of water resources for the surrounding community and ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
42 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
WAPPINGER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
23 |
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