Seneca Falls

High HazardUnsatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew York
CountySeneca
Nearest CitySeneca Falls
River/StreamSeneca River/Canal
Coordinates42.91520, -76.78670

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height68 ft
Dam Height68 ft
Dam Length546 ft
Year Completed1912 (114 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,700 acre-ft
Max Storage2,700 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,700 acre-ft
Surface Area135 acres
Drainage Area779 sq mi
Max Discharge8,360 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerNew York State Canal Corporation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
Last Inspection08/10/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00708
Federal IDNY00708
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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