Canajoharie Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyFulton
Nearest CityEphratah
River/StreamSPRITE CREEK
Coordinates43.01083, -74.51778

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height40 ft
Dam Height40 ft
Dam Length415 ft
Year Completed1948 (78 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage322 acre-ft
Max Storage322 acre-ft
Normal Storage286 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge75 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerVILLAGE OF CANAJOHARIE
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection04/20/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00214
Federal IDNY00214
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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