Elk Lake Dam

Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

CountyEssex
Nearest CityBlue Ridge
River/StreamTR-THE BRANCH
Coordinates44.02250, -73.83083

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeTimber Crib
NID Height23 ft
Dam Height23 ft
Dam Length156 ft
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage4,200 acre-ft
Max Storage4,200 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,520 acre-ft
Surface Area525 acres
Drainage Area17 sq mi
Max Discharge1,470 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerELK LAKE LODGE INC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Last Inspection11/14/2024
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDNY00520
Federal IDNY00520
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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