Springville Dam
Key Takeaway
Springville Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 88.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 338 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 280 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 23,192 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00704 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ERIE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Springville Dam?
Springville Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Springville Dam?
Springville Dam is owned by ERIE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Springville Dam built?
Springville 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 Springville Dam?
Springville 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 Springville Dam?
Springville Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Springville Dam last inspected?
Springville Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.