Vischer Ferry

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew York
CountySaratoga
Nearest CityVischer Ferry
River/StreamMohawk River
Coordinates42.80480, -73.84550

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length1,919 ft
Year Completed1913 (113 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage27,400 acre-ft
Max Storage27,400 acre-ft
Normal Storage25,000 acre-ft
Surface Area1,050 acres
Drainage Area3,385 sq mi
Max Discharge548,300 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerNew York State Canal Corporation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/21/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00170
Federal IDNY00170
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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