Hoosac School Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyRensselaer
Nearest CityHoosick Falls
River/StreamPINE VALLEY BROOK
Coordinates42.85572, -73.34519

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length280 ft
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage103 acre-ft
Max Storage103 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge750 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerHOOSAC SCHOOL
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection01/03/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY01360
Federal IDNY01360
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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