Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond Dam

NONE· Monroe, New York· Built 1973· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in NY)
Dam Length1,825 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Normal Storage59 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDNY01426

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: October 3, 1983
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

EASTMAN KODAK

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond Dam?

Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond 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 Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond Dam?

Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond Dam is owned by EASTMAN KODAK (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond Dam built?

Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond Dam?

Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond 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 Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond Dam?

Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond Dam last inspected?

Kodak Elmgrove Detention Pond Dam was last inspected on October 3, 1983. 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.