Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam

Monroe, New York· Earth· 30 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 78.3% in NY)
Dam Length1,020 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage16 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
NID IDNY16935

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 25, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

MONROE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam?

Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam?

Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam is owned by MONROE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam?

Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam?

Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Parrish Pond Reservoir Dam was last inspected on August 25, 2016. 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.