Conewango Creek Site 3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Conewango Creek Site 3 Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 91.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 389 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00601 |
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
CONEWANGO WATERSHED COMMISSION;COUNTY OF CHAUTAUQUA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Conewango Creek Site 3 Dam?
Conewango Creek Site 3 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 Conewango Creek Site 3 Dam?
Conewango Creek Site 3 Dam is owned by CONEWANGO WATERSHED COMMISSION;COUNTY OF CHAUTAUQUA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Conewango Creek Site 3 Dam built?
Conewango Creek Site 3 Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Conewango Creek Site 3 Dam?
Conewango Creek Site 3 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 Conewango Creek Site 3 Dam?
Conewango Creek Site 3 Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Conewango Creek Site 3 Dam last inspected?
Conewango Creek Site 3 Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.