Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle)
Key Takeaway
Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle) is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 87.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 208 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,645 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00867 |
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
VILLAGE OF ATTICA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle)?
Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle) 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 Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle)?
Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle) is owned by VILLAGE OF ATTICA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle) built?
Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle) was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle)?
Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle) serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle)?
Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle) has a dam height of 38 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 Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle) last inspected?
Attica Reservoir Dam (Middle) was last inspected on April 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.