Halls Waste Weir Dam, located in Lockport, New York, is a concrete structure completed in 1918 primarily for navigation purposes on Eighteen Mile Creek.
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With a height of 17 feet and a length of 223 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 10,488 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1,570 cubic feet per second. The dam also features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 146 feet, making it a significant structure in the area.
Despite being owned and regulated by the state of New York, Halls Waste Weir Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, posing a significant hazard potential. The dam is inspected every four years, with the last inspection conducted in October 2020. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, there are currently no specific risk management measures in place. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the data on Halls Waste Weir Dam highlights the importance of monitoring and maintaining critical infrastructure to ensure the safety and sustainability of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1918 |
Dam Length |
223 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
Eighteen Mile Cr |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
890 |
Drainage Area |
1.6 |
Nid Storage |
10488 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
17 |