Almond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Arkport Dam Hornell Reservoir #1 Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Almond Dam, located in Hornell, New York, was completed in 1949 by the US Army Corps of Engineers to primarily serve the purpose of flood risk reduction along the Canacadea Creek.
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Summary
With a height of 90 feet and a volume of 1,660,000 cubic yards, the dam holds a normal storage capacity of 840 acre-feet and has a maximum discharge of 54,000 cubic feet per second. While the dam helps reduce the risk of flooding to downstream communities, there are still potential hazards that could lead to downstream flooding, especially during high-volume releases from the spillway during significant storm events.
Although the risk of flooding remains, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers actively manages and reduces the risk to downstream communities by conducting regular inspections, monitoring, and maintaining the dam's integrity. They also update and practice emergency response plans with federal, state, and local entities to ensure preparedness for any potential flood events. Additionally, USACE closely monitors weather forecasts to provide timely flood warnings to the communities downstream of Almond Dam. Despite the potential risks, the proactive risk management measures in place aim to protect lives and property in the event of a flood.
Year Completed |
1949 |
Dam Length |
1260 |
Dam Height |
90 |
River Or Stream |
CANACADEA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
124 |
Hydraulic Height |
84.5 |
Drainage Area |
56 |
Nid Storage |
22977 |
Structural Height |
90 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
90 |
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Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Almond Dam