Spruce Lake Dam
New York — Herkimer County — SPRUCE CREEK
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Herkimer |
| River | SPRUCE CREEK |
| Coordinates | 43.16194, -74.84222 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,060 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,060 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 27, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1897 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF LITTLE FALLS |
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.