Salisbury Mills Dam
Key Takeaway
Salisbury Mills Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 77.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 132 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 129 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15,240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00004 |
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
WINDSOR MACHINERY CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Salisbury Mills Dam?
Salisbury Mills 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 Salisbury Mills Dam?
Salisbury Mills Dam is owned by WINDSOR MACHINERY CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Salisbury Mills Dam built?
Salisbury Mills Dam was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Salisbury Mills Dam?
Salisbury Mills Dam serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Salisbury Mills Dam?
Salisbury Mills Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Salisbury Mills Dam last inspected?
Salisbury Mills Dam was last inspected on October 20, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.