Station 5
Key Takeaway
Station 5 is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 63.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 414 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 414 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,467 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00484 |
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
Rochester Gas & Electric Corporation
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Station 5?
Station 5 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 Station 5?
Station 5 is owned by Rochester Gas & Electric Corporation (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Station 5 built?
Station 5 was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Station 5?
Station 5 serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Station 5?
Station 5 has a dam height of 22 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 Station 5 last inspected?
Station 5 was last inspected on August 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.