Caneadea Dam
New York, Allegany County, CANEADEA CREEK
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Allegany |
| River | CANEADEA CREEK |
| Coordinates | 42.38000, -78.18333 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 140 ft |
| Dam Height | 140 ft |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| NID Storage | 27,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 27,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 578 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 12, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1929 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | RUSHFORD LAKE RECREATION DISTRICT |
| Other Name | Rushford Lake |
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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.