Sherburne Upper Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Sherburne Upper Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 83.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1917 (109 years old) |
| NID ID | NY12301 |
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 SHERBURNE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sherburne Upper Reservoir Dam?
Sherburne Upper 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 Sherburne Upper Reservoir Dam?
Sherburne Upper Reservoir Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF SHERBURNE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sherburne Upper Reservoir Dam built?
Sherburne Upper Reservoir Dam was completed in 1917, making it 109 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 Sherburne Upper Reservoir Dam?
Sherburne Upper 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 Sherburne Upper Reservoir Dam?
Sherburne Upper Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Sherburne Upper Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Sherburne Upper Reservoir Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.