Lake George Outlet - Canal Intake

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew York
CountyEssex
Nearest CityTiconderoga
River/StreamLa Chute River
Coordinates43.83730, -73.42960

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length91 ft
Year Completed1987 (39 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,250,000 acre-ft
Max Storage2,250,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,250,000 acre-ft
Surface Area28,160 acres
Drainage Area234 sq mi
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerLaChute Hydro Company, LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/17/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00230
Federal IDNY00230S001
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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