Darien Lake State Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Darien Lake State Park Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00875 |
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
NYS PARKS & RECREATION GENESEE STATE PARK REGION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Darien Lake State Park Dam?
Darien Lake State Park 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 Darien Lake State Park Dam?
Darien Lake State Park Dam is owned by NYS PARKS & RECREATION GENESEE STATE PARK REGION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Darien Lake State Park Dam built?
Darien Lake State Park Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Darien Lake State Park Dam?
Darien Lake State Park 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 Darien Lake State Park Dam?
Darien Lake State Park Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Darien Lake State Park Dam last inspected?
Darien Lake State Park Dam was last inspected on September 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.