The Middleport Waste Weir Dam, located in Niagara County, New York, serves a primary purpose of navigation along Middleport Creek.
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Built in 1918, this concrete dam stands at a height of 17 feet and spans 158 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 10,488 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 60 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 915 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the Middleport Waste Weir Dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is a crucial piece of infrastructure that requires careful monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks to the surrounding area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find the Middleport Waste Weir Dam an intriguing example of early 20th-century engineering and a vital component of the region's water management system.
Year Completed |
1918 |
Dam Length |
158 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
Middleport Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
890 |
Drainage Area |
1.6 |
Nid Storage |
10488 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
17 |