Watervliet Upper Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyAlbany
Nearest CityWatervliet
River/StreamDRY RIVER
Coordinates42.74066, -73.71839

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height72 ft
Dam Height72 ft
Dam Length500 ft
Year Completed1912 (114 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,217 acre-ft
Max Storage1,217 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge272 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCITY OF WATERVLIET
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection04/25/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY01356
Federal IDNY01356
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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