Forestport

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew York
CountyOneida
Nearest CityForestport
River/StreamBlack River
Coordinates43.44024, -75.20611

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length455 ft
Year Completed1904 (122 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage608 acre-ft
Max Storage608 acre-ft
Normal Storage608 acre-ft
Surface Area75 acres
Drainage Area251 sq mi
Max Discharge16,500 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerNew York State Canal Corporation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection03/31/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00305
Federal IDNY00305
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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