Kents Falls

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew York
CountyClinton
Nearest CityMorrisonville
River/StreamSaranac River
Coordinates44.70170, -73.60460

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height59 ft
Dam Height59 ft
Dam Length257 ft
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage265 acre-ft
Max Storage265 acre-ft
Normal Storage265 acre-ft
Surface Area43 acres
Drainage Area567 sq mi
Max Discharge10,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerNew York State Electric & Gas Corporation
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/07/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00234
Federal IDNY00234
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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