Jamesville Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Jamesville Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1874 and is 152 years old. Its primary use is navigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 92.8% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 446 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 6.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 252 acres |
| Drainage Area | 47 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,070 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1874 (152 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00418 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
New York State Canal Corporation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jamesville Reservoir Dam?
Jamesville Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Jamesville Reservoir Dam?
Jamesville Reservoir Dam is owned by New York State Canal Corporation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jamesville Reservoir Dam built?
Jamesville Reservoir Dam was completed in 1874, making it 152 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 Jamesville Reservoir Dam?
Jamesville Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Navigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jamesville Reservoir Dam?
Jamesville Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 53 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 Jamesville Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Jamesville Reservoir Dam was last inspected on June 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.