Alcove Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyAlbany
Nearest CityAlcove
River/StreamHANNACROIS CREEK
Coordinates42.46750, -73.93167

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height80 ft
Dam Height80 ft
Dam Length2,180 ft
Year Completed1929 (97 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage40,242 acre-ft
Max Storage40,242 acre-ft
Normal Storage29,464 acre-ft
Surface Area1,434 acres
Drainage Area32 sq mi
Max Discharge12,410 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerALBANY WATER BOARD
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection04/09/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00093
Federal IDNY00093
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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