Movable Dam At Rocky Rift
New York, Herkimer County, ERIE CANAL-MOHAWK RIVER
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Herkimer |
| River | ERIE CANAL-MOHAWK RIVER |
| Coordinates | 43.01417, -74.78417 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 6 ft |
| Dam Height | 6 ft |
| Dam Length | 361 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,275 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,275 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 85 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | November 9, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1926 |
| Primary Purpose | Navigation |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | New York State Canal Corporation |
| Other Name | Lock E-16 Dam At Rocky Rift (Old) |
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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.