Hinckley

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew York
CountyHerkimer
Nearest CityHinckley
River/StreamWest Canada Creek
Coordinates43.31140, -75.10850

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height83 ft
Dam Height83 ft
Dam Length3,635 ft
Year Completed1914 (112 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage76,200 acre-ft
Max Storage76,200 acre-ft
Normal Storage76,200 acre-ft
Surface Area2,850 acres
Drainage Area372 sq mi
Max Discharge106,695 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerNew York Power Authority
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection07/13/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00181
Federal IDNY00181
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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