Lake Algonquin
Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Hamilton |
| Nearest City | Wells |
| River/Stream | Sacandaga River |
| Coordinates | 43.39020, -74.29260 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Length | 239 ft |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 2,557 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,557 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2,557 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 275 acres |
| Drainage Area | 261 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,700 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Controlled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Owner Type | Not Listed |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 09/22/2022 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |