South Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew York
CountyClinton
Nearest CityPlattsburgh
River/StreamSaranac River
Coordinates44.66930, -73.50780

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Dam Length105 ft
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage820 acre-ft
Max Storage820 acre-ft
Normal Storage820 acre-ft
Surface Area95 acres
Drainage Area604 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerLower Saranac Hydro Partners, LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/18/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00017
Federal IDNY00017S001
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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