Forked Lake Sluiceway Dam
New York — Hamilton County — RAQUETTE RIVER
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Hamilton |
| River | RAQUETTE RIVER |
| Coordinates | 43.90611, -74.52639 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| NID Storage | 26,208 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 26,208 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,248 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 6, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1954 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | NYS DEC;NYS DEC Operations |
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.