Palmer Lake Dam
Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No
Location
| County | Essex |
| Nearest City | North Hudson |
| River/Stream | THE BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 43.94972, -73.74250 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 410 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 410 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 333 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 65 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,780 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Other |
| Owner | NYS DEC |
| Owner Type | State |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 11/14/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |