Empire Mills Dam
Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required
Location
| County | Wayne |
| Nearest City | Sodus Center |
| River/Stream | SALMON CREEK |
| Coordinates | 43.20667, -77.01833 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Length | 102 ft |
| Year Completed | 1916 (110 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,300 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Steven Bartleson |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 03/13/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |