Hemlock Lake Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyLivingston
Nearest CityHemlock
River/StreamSPRINGWATER CREEK
Coordinates42.77750, -77.61667

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length3,200 ft
Year Completed1926 (100 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage41,101 acre-ft
Max Storage41,101 acre-ft
Normal Storage22,356 acre-ft
Surface Area2,054 acres
Drainage Area43 sq mi
Max Discharge10,799 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCITY OF ROCHESTER
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection05/02/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00477
Federal IDNY00477
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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