Elmira Reformatory Dam
New York — Chemung County — HELLER CREEK
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Chemung |
| River | HELLER CREEK |
| Coordinates | 42.11444, -76.84056 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Length | 695 ft |
| NID Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 7, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1870 |
| Primary Purpose | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision - Faciltiies Planning |
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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.