Lake Algonquin

New York — Hamilton County — Sacandaga River

Location

StateNew York
CountyHamilton
RiverSacandaga River
Coordinates43.39020, -74.29260

Physical Characteristics

NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length239 ft
NID Storage2,557 acre-ft
Max Storage2,557 acre-ft
Surface Area275 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 22, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1959
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypeNot Listed

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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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