Upper Perch River Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Perch River Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| Drainage Area | 80 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,640 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | NY11856 |
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
NYS DEC
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Perch River Dam?
Upper Perch River 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 Perch River Dam?
Upper Perch River Dam is owned by NYS DEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Perch River Dam built?
Upper Perch River Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Perch River Dam?
Upper Perch River Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Perch River Dam?
Upper Perch River 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 Perch River Dam last inspected?
Upper Perch River Dam was last inspected on July 30, 1975. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.