West Albany Storm Retention Basin A Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyAlbany
Nearest CityWest Albany
River/StreamSAND CREEK
Coordinates42.69083, -73.77889

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length180 ft
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage61 acre-ft
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge21 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerTOWN OF COLONIE
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection02/16/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY01491
Federal IDNY01491
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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