Setting Pole Rapids Dam

Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

CountyFranklin
Nearest CityPiercefield
River/StreamRAQUETTE RIVER
Coordinates44.23333, -74.53000

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length229 ft
Year Completed1934 (92 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage36,400 acre-ft
Max Storage36,400 acre-ft
Normal Storage19,600 acre-ft
Surface Area7,000 acres
Drainage Area720 sq mi
Max Discharge12,940 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerTOWN OF ALTAMONT
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Last Inspection07/10/1997
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDNY00734
Federal IDNY00734
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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