Shelby Center Dam
New York — Orleans County — OAK ORCHARD CREEK
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Orleans |
| River | OAK ORCHARD CREEK |
| Coordinates | 43.19000, -78.38611 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 6 ft |
| Dam Height | 6 ft |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| NID Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | September 26, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1870 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | William R Keppler |
Location Map
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.