Hudson Falls

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew York
CountySaratoga
Nearest CityFort Edwards
River/StreamHudson River
Coordinates43.29690, -73.59260

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Dam Length1,270 ft
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage413 acre-ft
Max Storage413 acre-ft
Normal Storage413 acre-ft
Surface Area103 acres
Drainage Area2,813 sq mi
Max Discharge45,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerNorthern Electric Power Co.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection07/27/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00144
Federal IDNY00144
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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