East Syracuse Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
East Syracuse Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 33 ft (taller than 82.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00417 |
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
JEFFREY BOOHER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of East Syracuse Reservoir Dam?
East Syracuse Reservoir 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 East Syracuse Reservoir Dam?
East Syracuse Reservoir Dam is owned by JEFFREY BOOHER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Syracuse Reservoir Dam built?
East Syracuse Reservoir Dam was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 East Syracuse Reservoir Dam?
East Syracuse Reservoir 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 East Syracuse Reservoir Dam?
East Syracuse Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 33 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 East Syracuse Reservoir Dam last inspected?
East Syracuse Reservoir Dam was last inspected on June 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.