Kents Falls

New York — Clinton County — Saranac River

Location

StateNew York
CountyClinton
RiverSaranac River
Coordinates44.70170, -73.60460

Physical Characteristics

NID Height59 ft
Dam Height59 ft
Dam Length257 ft
NID Storage265 acre-ft
Max Storage265 acre-ft
Surface Area43 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 15, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1991
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerNew York State Electric & Gas Corporation

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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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