Palmyra Dam
Key Takeaway
Palmyra Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00637 |
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
JIM BLAZEY
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Palmyra Dam?
Palmyra 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 Palmyra Dam?
Palmyra Dam is owned by JIM BLAZEY (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Palmyra Dam built?
Palmyra Dam was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Palmyra Dam?
Palmyra Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Palmyra Dam?
Palmyra Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Palmyra Dam last inspected?
Palmyra Dam was last inspected on May 20, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.