High Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew York
CountyOswego
Nearest CityOswego
River/StreamOswego River
Coordinates43.44290, -76.49600

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height35 ft
Dam Height35 ft
Dam Length900 ft
Year Completed1928 (98 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,927 acre-ft
Max Storage3,927 acre-ft
Normal Storage3,927 acre-ft
Surface Area240 acres
Drainage Area5,097 sq mi
Max Discharge32,500 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerNew York State Canal Corporation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/09/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00401
Federal IDNY00401
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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