Empire Mills Dam
New York — Wayne County — SALMON CREEK
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Wayne |
| River | SALMON CREEK |
| Coordinates | 43.20667, -77.01833 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Length | 102 ft |
| NID Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | March 13, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1916 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Steven Bartleson |
| Other Name | Metz Pond |
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.