Phoenix Lock & Dam No. 1

New York — Oswego County — Oswego River

Location

StateNew York
CountyOswego
RiverOswego River
Coordinates43.22810, -76.30130

Physical Characteristics

NID Height11 ft
Dam Height11 ft
Dam Length1,014 ft
NID Storage19,750 acre-ft
Max Storage19,750 acre-ft
Surface Area1,109 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionAugust 8, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1914
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypeState
OwnerNew York State Canal Corporation

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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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