English Road Detention Facility Dam
Key Takeaway
English Road Detention Facility Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 235 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 16,210 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00996 |
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
TOWN OF GREECE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of English Road Detention Facility Dam?
English Road Detention Facility 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 English Road Detention Facility Dam?
English Road Detention Facility Dam is owned by TOWN OF GREECE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was English Road Detention Facility Dam built?
English Road Detention Facility 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 English Road Detention Facility Dam?
English Road Detention Facility 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 English Road Detention Facility Dam?
English Road Detention Facility Dam has a dam height of 18 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 English Road Detention Facility Dam last inspected?
English Road Detention Facility Dam was last inspected on August 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.