Ischua Creek Watershed Dam #1

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyCattaraugus
Nearest CityMachias
River/StreamISCHUA CREEK
Coordinates42.41361, -78.50556

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length490 ft
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,677 acre-ft
Max Storage3,677 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area167 acres
Drainage Area13 sq mi
Max Discharge12,814 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCATTARAUGUS COUNTY;Cattaraugus County
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/16/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00583
Federal IDNY00583
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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