Athens Water Supply Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyGreene
Nearest CityLimestreet
River/StreamHANS VOSEN KILL
Coordinates42.31333, -73.88139

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height8 ft
Dam Height8 ft
Dam Length250 ft
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage160 acre-ft
Max Storage160 acre-ft
Normal Storage140 acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge81 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerVILLAGE OF ATHENS
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection04/17/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00285
Federal IDNY00285
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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