Upper Candor Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Candor Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 122 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00938 |
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
TOWN OF CANDOR
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Candor Dam?
Upper Candor 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 Upper Candor Dam?
Upper Candor Dam is owned by TOWN OF CANDOR (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Candor Dam built?
Upper Candor Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Upper Candor Dam?
Upper Candor Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Candor Dam?
Upper Candor Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Upper Candor Dam last inspected?
Upper Candor Dam was last inspected on September 14, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.