Blenheim - Gilboa Lower

New York — Schoharie County — Schoharie Creek

Location

StateNew York
CountySchoharie
RiverSchoharie Creek
Coordinates42.45380, -74.45550

Physical Characteristics

NID Height165 ft
Dam Height100 ft
Dam Length1,810 ft
NID Storage16,330 acre-ft
Max Storage16,330 acre-ft
Surface Area430 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 24, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1974
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeEarth
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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