Camp Weona Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Weona Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 355 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00494 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
YMCA OF BUFFALO & ERIE COUNTY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Weona Dam?
Camp Weona Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Camp Weona Dam?
Camp Weona Dam is owned by YMCA OF BUFFALO & ERIE COUNTY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Weona Dam built?
Camp Weona Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Camp Weona Dam?
Camp Weona Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Camp Weona Dam?
Camp Weona Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Camp Weona Dam last inspected?
Camp Weona Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.