Watervliet Balancing Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyAlbany
Nearest CityColonie
River/StreamTR-HUDSON RIVER
Coordinates42.73222, -73.74056

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Year Completed1915 (111 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage14 acre-ft
Max Storage14 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCITY OF WATERVLIET
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection04/25/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY13743
Federal IDNY13743
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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