Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam
Key Takeaway
Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is navigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 73.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 115 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00909 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
New York State Canal Corporation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam?
Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam?
Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam is owned by New York State Canal Corporation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam built?
Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam was completed in 1911, making it 115 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam?
Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam serves the following purposes: Navigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam?
Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam has a dam height of 26 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam last inspected?
Albion Waste Gate & Weir Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.