Rainbow

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew York
CountySt. Lawrence
Nearest CitySouth Colton
River/StreamRaquette River
Coordinates44.51650, -74.82110

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height82 ft
Dam Height82 ft
Dam Length2,677 ft
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage12,160 acre-ft
Max Storage12,160 acre-ft
Normal Storage12,160 acre-ft
Surface Area715 acres
Drainage Area929 sq mi
Max Discharge82,100 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerErie Boulevard Hydropower, L.P.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/08/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00257
Federal IDNY00257
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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