Mohr Dam

TR-COON BROOK· Erie, New York· Built 2000· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Mohr Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 80.7% in NY)
Dam Length120 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage16 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDNY16030

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: September 27, 2001
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

MARK MOHR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mohr Dam?

Mohr 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 Mohr Dam?

Mohr Dam is owned by MARK MOHR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mohr Dam built?

Mohr Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Mohr Dam?

Mohr Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mohr Dam?

Mohr Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Mohr Dam last inspected?

Mohr Dam was last inspected on September 27, 2001. 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.