Mechanicville
New York — Rensselaer County — Hudson River
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Rensselaer |
| River | Hudson River |
| Coordinates | 42.87970, -73.67560 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,774 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,150 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 275 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 14, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1900 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | New York State Canal Corporation |
| Other Name | Lock C-2 |
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.