Orchard Park Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Orchard Park Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 63.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 765 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00457 |
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 ORCHARD PARK
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Orchard Park Reservoir Dam?
Orchard Park 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 Orchard Park Reservoir Dam?
Orchard Park Reservoir Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF ORCHARD PARK (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Orchard Park Reservoir Dam built?
Orchard Park Reservoir Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Orchard Park Reservoir Dam?
Orchard Park Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Orchard Park Reservoir Dam?
Orchard Park Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Orchard Park Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Orchard Park Reservoir Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.