Fairport Reservoir Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Fairport Reservoir Dam #2 is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00383 |
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
Boughton Park Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fairport Reservoir Dam #2?
Fairport Reservoir Dam #2 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 Fairport Reservoir Dam #2?
Fairport Reservoir Dam #2 is owned by Boughton Park Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fairport Reservoir Dam #2 built?
Fairport Reservoir Dam #2 was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 Fairport Reservoir Dam #2?
Fairport Reservoir Dam #2 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 Fairport Reservoir Dam #2?
Fairport Reservoir Dam #2 has a dam height of 20 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 Fairport Reservoir Dam #2 last inspected?
Fairport Reservoir Dam #2 was last inspected on August 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.