Monroe Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Monroe Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 234 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 325 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 280 cfs |
| NID ID | NY01134 |
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
VILLAGE OF MONROE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Monroe Reservoir Dam?
Monroe Reservoir 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 Monroe Reservoir Dam?
Monroe Reservoir Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF MONROE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Monroe Reservoir Dam?
Monroe Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Monroe Reservoir Dam?
Monroe Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Monroe Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Monroe Reservoir Dam was last inspected on August 15, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.