Watervliet Lower Dam
New York — Albany County — DRY RIVER
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Albany |
| River | DRY RIVER |
| Coordinates | 42.73658, -73.71478 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Length | 108 ft |
| NID Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 25, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1912 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF WATERVLIET |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.