Galway Lake Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountySaratoga
Nearest CityWest Galway
River/StreamNORTH CHUCTANUNDA CREEK
Coordinates43.02611, -74.08361

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length458 ft
Year Completed1982 (44 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage9,605 acre-ft
Max Storage9,605 acre-ft
Normal Storage4,936 acre-ft
Surface Area564 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi
Max Discharge2,340 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerGALWAY LAKE CAMPERS ASSOCIATION
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection01/09/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00165
Federal IDNY00165
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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