Smiths Mills Reservoir Dam

New York — Chautauqua County — SILVER CREEK

Location

StateNew York
CountyChautauqua
RiverSILVER CREEK
Coordinates42.50333, -79.10333

Physical Characteristics

NID Height19 ft
Dam Height19 ft
Dam Length90 ft
NID Storage100 acre-ft
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionMay 10, 2023
Inspection Frequency4

Dam Information

Year Completed1906
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerVILLAGE OF SILVER CREEK

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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