Hoffman Creek Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyChemung
Nearest CityElmira
River/StreamHOFFMAN BROOK
Coordinates42.10806, -76.84833

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height36 ft
Dam Height36 ft
Dam Length800 ft
Year Completed1871 (155 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage570 acre-ft
Max Storage570 acre-ft
Normal Storage460 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge4,731 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerELMIRA WATER BOARD
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection07/25/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00463
Federal IDNY00463
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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