North Division Street Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

The North Division Street Dam, located in Auburn, New York, is a concrete structure built in 1865 for the primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation on the Owasco River.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 32 feet and a length of 110 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 19 acre-feet and serves as a significant water resource for the area. The dam is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.

With a spillway width of 70 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, the North Division Street Dam poses a significant hazard potential, leading to a moderate risk assessment. The dam's condition is currently not rated, but emergency action plans are in place, with the last revision dating back to July 2019. The dam's operation is crucial for the local community, providing hydroelectric power and serving as a vital component of the region's water resource management. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find the North Division Street Dam to be a fascinating example of historical infrastructure and its role in sustainable energy production and water conservation efforts.

Year Completed

1865

Dam Length

110

Dam Height

32

River Or Stream

OWASCO RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

4

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

19

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

32
       
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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.