U S Gypsum Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyGenesee
Nearest CityOakfield
River/StreamTR-ORCHID CREEK
Coordinates43.06028, -78.29222

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length4,400 ft
Year Completed1927 (99 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage247 acre-ft
Max Storage247 acre-ft
Normal Storage176 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge192 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeIrrigation
OwnerUNITED STATES GYPSUM COMPANY
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/30/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00476
Federal IDNY00476
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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