4Total Dams
2High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Seneca County, New York
Seneca County has 4 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Currently, 1 dam has a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Seneca County is 116 years old. The most common purpose is hydroelectric. The tallest dam is Seneca Falls at 68 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seneca Falls | High | Unsatisfactory | 68 | Hydroelectric | 1912 |
| Waterloo | High | Satisfactory | 17 | Hydroelectric | 1915 |
| Lehigh Valley Dam | Low | Not assessed | 26 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1895 |
| Movable Dam at Mays Point | Low | Not assessed | 10 | Navigation | 1915 |