South Dam

New York — Clinton County — Saranac River

Location

StateNew York
CountyClinton
RiverSaranac River
Coordinates44.66930, -73.50780

Physical Characteristics

NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Dam Length105 ft
NID Storage820 acre-ft
Max Storage820 acre-ft
Surface Area95 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 18, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1938
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerLower Saranac Hydro Partners, LLC

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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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