Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 76 ft (taller than 96.8% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 608 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,425 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | NY15021 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BROOME COUNTY - BROOME COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam?
Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam?
Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam is owned by BROOME COUNTY - BROOME COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam built?
Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam?
Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam?
Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam has a dam height of 76 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 Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam last inspected?
Brandywine Creek Site 1 Dam was last inspected on May 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.