Lake Carmel Dam
New York — Putnam County — MIDDLE BRANCH CROTON RIVER
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Putnam |
| River | MIDDLE BRANCH CROTON RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.45564, -73.66155 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,790 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,790 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 240 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 7, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1930 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | TOWN OF KENT |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.