Canadice Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Canadice Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 735 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 657 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,527 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00443 |
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
CITY OF ROCHESTER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Canadice Lake Dam?
Canadice Lake 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 Canadice Lake Dam?
Canadice Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF ROCHESTER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Canadice Lake Dam built?
Canadice Lake Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Canadice Lake Dam?
Canadice Lake Dam 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 Canadice Lake Dam?
Canadice Lake 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 Canadice Lake Dam last inspected?
Canadice Lake Dam was last inspected on June 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.