Gilbert Lake Dam dam
Gilbert Lake Dam
Gilbert Lake Dam, located in Laurens, New York, is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 1930 for recreational purposes. With a height of 16 feet and a length of 80 feet, this dam holds a storage capacity of 780 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 38 acres for recreational activities. The dam, situated on Lake Brook, is owned by the state and falls under the jurisdiction of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC).
Despite being classified with a low hazard potential, Gilbert Lake Dam poses a high risk due to its condition being labeled as "Not Rated." The last inspection conducted on the dam was in August 2012, with no updated information on the condition assessment or emergency action plan available. While the dam lacks a spillway, it is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor any potential risks associated with Gilbert Lake Dam, especially given its critical role in providing recreational opportunities in the area.
As a structure with historical significance and importance for the local community, Gilbert Lake Dam serves as a valuable resource for both water management and outdoor recreation. However, the lack of recent assessments and updated emergency plans highlight the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and sustainability of this essential infrastructure. Enthusiasts and stakeholders interested in water resources and climate resilience should stay informed about developments regarding Gilbert Lake Dam to promote its longevity and functionality for future generations.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Gilbert Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ouleout Creek At East Sidney Ny | 67 cfs | → |
| Unadilla River At Rockdale Ny | 414 cfs | → |
| Susquehanna River At Unadilla Ny | 826 cfs | → |
| Chenango River At Sherburne Ny | 238 cfs | → |
| W Br Delaware River Upstream From Delhi Ny | 154 cfs | → |
| Little Delaware River Near Delhi Ny | 51 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Gilbert Lake Dam.
Track Gilbert Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Gilbert Lake Dam
Where does the data for Gilbert Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Gilbert Lake Dam.