Lock E-5 Spillway Dam
New York — Saratoga County — Erie Canal
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Saratoga |
| River | Erie Canal |
| Coordinates | 42.80128, -73.69719 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| NID Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 28, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1918 |
| Primary Purpose | Navigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | New York State Canal Corporation |
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.