Churchville Dam
Key Takeaway
Churchville Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00735 |
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
MONROE COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Churchville Dam?
Churchville 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 Churchville Dam?
Churchville Dam is owned by MONROE COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Churchville Dam built?
Churchville Dam was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Churchville Dam?
Churchville 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 Churchville Dam?
Churchville Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Churchville Dam last inspected?
Churchville Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.