Lock E-8 Dam At Scotia
New York — Schenectady County — ERIE CANAL MOHAWK RIVER
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Schenectady |
| River | ERIE CANAL MOHAWK RIVER |
| Coordinates | 42.82972, -73.99083 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,939 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,939 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 390 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | October 8, 2015 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1910 |
| Primary Purpose | Navigation |
| Dam Type | Other |
| 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.