West Albany Storm Retention Basin A Dam
New York — Albany County — SAND CREEK
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Albany |
| River | SAND CREEK |
| Coordinates | 42.69083, -73.77889 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| NID Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 16, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1980 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | TOWN OF COLONIE |
| Other Name | Sand Creek Storm Rtntn Dam |
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.