Little Falls State Dam - North

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew York
CountyHerkimer
Nearest CityLittle Falls
River/StreamMohawk River
Coordinates43.03750, -74.86640

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height6 ft
Dam Height6 ft
Dam Length375 ft
Year Completed1894 (132 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage800 acre-ft
Max Storage800 acre-ft
Normal Storage800 acre-ft
Surface Area200 acres
Drainage Area1,348 sq mi
Max Discharge29,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerNew York State Canal Corporation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/14/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY12517
Federal IDNY12517S001
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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