Ischua Creek Watershed Dam #4

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyCattaraugus
Nearest CityFranklinville
River/StreamSAUNDERS CREEK
Coordinates42.34528, -78.43500

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height51 ft
Dam Height51 ft
Dam Length900 ft
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,011 acre-ft
Max Storage1,011 acre-ft
Normal Storage302 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge8,650 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 IDNY00626
Federal IDNY00626
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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