Forge Dam

New York — Franklin County — CHATEAUGAY RIVER

Location

StateNew York
CountyFranklin
RiverCHATEAUGAY RIVER
Coordinates44.84139, -74.04111

Physical Characteristics

NID Height25 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length230 ft
NID Storage6,816 acre-ft
Max Storage6,816 acre-ft
Surface Area568 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionMarch 20, 2025
Inspection Frequency4

Dam Information

Year Completed1921
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeButtress
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCHATEAUGAY LAKES WATER LEVEL DISTRICT
Other NameChateaugay Lake Dam

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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.

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