Southern Hills Detention Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Fairport, New York, the Southern Hills Detention Pond Dam stands as a critical piece of infrastructure designed for flood risk reduction along the TR-WHITE BROOK river stream.


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Summary

Completed in 1988, this earth-type dam boasts a height of 14 feet and a length of 350 feet, with a storage capacity of 27 acre-feet. Despite its important role in mitigating flood hazards, the dam's condition assessment reveals a poor rating, indicating the need for maintenance and potential safety improvements.

Managed by the local government, the Southern Hills Detention Pond Dam is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, ensuring that it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. With a spillway type categorized as "Uncontrolled" and a significant hazard potential, the dam poses a moderate risk level (3) to surrounding communities. In light of its outdated condition and the importance of its purpose, stakeholders may need to consider implementing risk management measures to enhance the dam's resilience and safety.

As climate change continues to impact precipitation patterns and exacerbate flood risks, the Southern Hills Detention Pond Dam serves as a crucial defense against potential disasters in Monroe, New York. Efforts to address the dam's poor condition, enhance its emergency action plans, and strengthen its risk management strategies are essential to safeguarding communities and water resources in the region. Through proactive maintenance and improvements, this dam can continue to play a vital role in protecting against flooding and preserving the local environment for years to come.

Year Completed

1988

Dam Length

350

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

TR-WHITE BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Drainage Area

0.6

Nid Storage

27

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

14
       
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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.