Crescent - Dam A
New York — Albany County — Mohawk River
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Albany |
| River | Mohawk River |
| Coordinates | 42.80570, -73.71880 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 53 ft |
| Dam Height | 53 ft |
| Dam Length | 902 ft |
| NID Storage | 70,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 70,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,000 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 25, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1912 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | New York State Department of Transportation |
| Other Name | Dam 2 |
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.