West Seneca Industrial Park Dam
Key Takeaway
West Seneca Industrial Park Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 0.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 282 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | NY14833 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF WEST SENECA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of West Seneca Industrial Park Dam?
West Seneca Industrial Park Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates West Seneca Industrial Park Dam?
West Seneca Industrial Park Dam is owned by TOWN OF WEST SENECA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Seneca Industrial Park Dam built?
West Seneca Industrial Park Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 West Seneca Industrial Park Dam?
West Seneca Industrial Park 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 West Seneca Industrial Park Dam?
West Seneca Industrial Park Dam has a dam height of 6 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 West Seneca Industrial Park Dam last inspected?
West Seneca Industrial Park Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.