Ogdensburg

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew York
CountySt. Lawrence
Nearest CityOgdensburg
River/StreamOswegatchie River
Coordinates44.69220, -75.49340

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length504.4 ft
Year Completed1910 (116 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,450 acre-ft
Max Storage1,450 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,450 acre-ft
Surface Area290 acres
Drainage Area1,592 sq mi
Max Discharge28,950 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerCity of Ogdensburg
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/26/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00400
Federal IDNY00400
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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