Station 26 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Station 26, also known as the Court Street Dam, is a state-owned structure located in Rochester, New York, along the Genesee River.


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Summary

Completed in 1952, this gravity dam serves primarily for hydroelectric power generation and navigation purposes. With a height of 17.8 feet and a length of 334 feet, Station 26 has a storage capacity of 2000 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 62,800 cubic feet per second. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 110 feet and four drum outlet gates.

Despite being under the jurisdiction of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Station 26 is not regulated by the state of New York. The dam has a significant hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, indicating the importance of regular inspections and emergency preparedness. While the condition assessment is currently not available, the dam has an inspection frequency of one year, with the last inspection conducted in September 2020. Overall, Station 26 plays a crucial role in managing water resources and supporting sustainable energy production in the region.

Year Completed

1952

Dam Length

334

Dam Height

17.8

River Or Stream

Genesee River

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Surface Area

250

Drainage Area

2450

Nid Storage

2000

Outlet Gates

Drum - 4

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Rock

Nid Height

18
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.