Minetto Lock & Dam 5

New York — Oswego County — Oswego River

Location

StateNew York
CountyOswego
RiverOswego River
Coordinates43.39980, -76.47240

Physical Characteristics

NID Height23 ft
Dam Height23 ft
Dam Length500 ft
NID Storage3,950 acre-ft
Max Storage3,950 acre-ft
Surface Area350 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 29, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1915
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypeState
OwnerNew York State Canal Corporation
Other NameMinetto Dam

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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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