Akron Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyGenesee
Nearest CityDarien Center
River/StreamTR-MURDER CREEK
Coordinates42.86917, -78.35528

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height45 ft
Dam Height45 ft
Dam Length1,200 ft
Year Completed1927 (99 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage756 acre-ft
Max Storage756 acre-ft
Normal Storage666 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
Max Discharge2,180 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerVILLAGE OF AKRON
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Last Inspection11/15/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00883
Federal IDNY00883
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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