Wayland Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Wayland Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00442 |
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
CITY OF ROCHESTER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wayland Reservoir Dam?
Wayland 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 Wayland Reservoir Dam?
Wayland Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF ROCHESTER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wayland Reservoir Dam built?
Wayland Reservoir Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Wayland Reservoir Dam?
Wayland Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wayland Reservoir Dam?
Wayland Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Wayland Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Wayland Reservoir Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.