Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 148 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 907 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | NY11752 |
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
Village of Manlius
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam?
Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam 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 Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam?
Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam is owned by Village of Manlius (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam built?
Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam?
Glencliff Road Detention Basin 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 Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam?
Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam last inspected?
Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.