Elk Lake Dam
Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required
Location
| County | Essex |
| Nearest City | Blue Ridge |
| River/Stream | TR-THE BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 44.02250, -73.83083 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Timber Crib |
| NID Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Length | 156 ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 4,200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 4,200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2,520 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 525 acres |
| Drainage Area | 17 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,470 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | ELK LAKE LODGE INC |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 11/14/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |