Old Forge Reservoir Dam
New York — Herkimer County — MIDDLE BRANCH MOOSE RIVER
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Herkimer |
| River | MIDDLE BRANCH MOOSE RIVER |
| Coordinates | 43.71278, -74.96944 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Length | 129 ft |
| NID Storage | 22,610 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 22,610 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 736 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 10, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1905 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | HUDSON RIVER-BLACK RIVER REGULATING DISTRICT |
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.