Herrings
Key Takeaway
Herrings is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 69.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 669 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 669 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 140 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,810 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 46,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00296 |
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 Boulevard Hydropower, L.P.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Herrings?
Herrings 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 Herrings?
Herrings is owned by Erie Boulevard Hydropower, L.P. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Herrings built?
Herrings was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Herrings?
Herrings serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Herrings?
Herrings has a dam height of 25 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 Herrings last inspected?
Herrings was last inspected on August 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.