Cambridge Ave Detention Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Cambridge Ave Detention Basin Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 127 cfs |
| NID ID | NY10137 |
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
TOWN OF WEST SENECA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cambridge Ave Detention Basin Dam?
Cambridge Ave Detention Basin 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 Cambridge Ave Detention Basin Dam?
Cambridge Ave Detention Basin Dam is owned by TOWN OF WEST SENECA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Cambridge Ave Detention Basin Dam?
Cambridge Ave Detention Basin Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cambridge Ave Detention Basin Dam?
Cambridge Ave Detention Basin Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Cambridge Ave Detention Basin Dam last inspected?
Cambridge Ave Detention Basin Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.