Newtown Hoffman Site 18 Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyChemung
Nearest CityElmira
River/StreamHOFFMAN BROOK
Coordinates42.11444, -76.85806

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height71 ft
Dam Height71 ft
Dam Length780 ft
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage750 acre-ft
Max Storage750 acre-ft
Normal Storage137 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge18,130 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCHEMUNG COUNTY SOIL & WATER
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/19/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00700
Federal IDNY00700
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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