Floyd Proctor Dam

SMALL CREEK· Chautauqua, New York· Built 1976· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Floyd Proctor Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge150 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDNY01399

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 2, 2000
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

FLOYD PROCTOR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Floyd Proctor Dam?

Floyd Proctor 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 Floyd Proctor Dam?

Floyd Proctor Dam is owned by FLOYD PROCTOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Floyd Proctor Dam built?

Floyd Proctor Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Floyd Proctor Dam?

Floyd Proctor 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 Floyd Proctor Dam?

Floyd Proctor Dam 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 Floyd Proctor Dam last inspected?

Floyd Proctor Dam was last inspected on May 2, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.