Robert Moses - Niagara

New York — Niagara County — Niagara River

Location

StateNew York
CountyNiagara
RiverNiagara River
Coordinates43.14220, -79.04020

Physical Characteristics

NID Height97 ft
Dam Height97 ft
Dam Length1,100 ft
NID Storage5,960 acre-ft
Max Storage5,960 acre-ft
Surface Area71 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 28, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1963
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypeState
OwnerNew York Power Authority

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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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