Mount Morris Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew York
CountyLivingston
Nearest CityMOUNT MORRIS
River/StreamGENESEE RIVER
Coordinates42.73329, -77.90723

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height249 ft
Dam Height215 ft
Dam Length1,028 ft
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage408,000 acre-ft
Max Storage408,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage4,660 acre-ft
Surface Area450 acres
Drainage Area1,080 sq mi
Max Discharge442,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - Buffalo District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection06/09/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00468
Federal IDNY00468
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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