Diamond Mills Paper Company Dam
Key Takeaway
Diamond Mills Paper Company Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 35 ft (taller than 83.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 830 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 826 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 140 acres |
| Drainage Area | 423 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 32,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00089 |
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
LEADING EDGE DEVELOPERS, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Diamond Mills Paper Company Dam?
Diamond Mills Paper Company 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 Diamond Mills Paper Company Dam?
Diamond Mills Paper Company Dam is owned by LEADING EDGE DEVELOPERS, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Diamond Mills Paper Company Dam built?
Diamond Mills Paper Company Dam was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Diamond Mills Paper Company Dam?
Diamond Mills Paper Company Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Diamond Mills Paper Company Dam?
Diamond Mills Paper Company Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Diamond Mills Paper Company Dam last inspected?
Diamond Mills Paper Company Dam was last inspected on April 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.