Erie Park Commission Dam
Key Takeaway
Erie Park Commission Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 189 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 99 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | NY10260 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ERIE COUNTY PARKS DEPARTMENT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Erie Park Commission Dam?
Erie Park Commission Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Erie Park Commission Dam?
Erie Park Commission Dam is owned by ERIE COUNTY PARKS DEPARTMENT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Erie Park Commission Dam built?
Erie Park Commission Dam was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Erie Park Commission Dam?
Erie Park Commission 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 Erie Park Commission Dam?
Erie Park Commission Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Erie Park Commission Dam last inspected?
Erie Park Commission Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.