Movable Dam At Rocky Rift

New York, Herkimer County, ERIE CANAL-MOHAWK RIVER

Location

StateNew York
CountyHerkimer
RiverERIE CANAL-MOHAWK RIVER
Coordinates43.01417, -74.78417

Physical Characteristics

NID Height6 ft
Dam Height6 ft
Dam Length361 ft
NID Storage1,275 acre-ft
Max Storage1,275 acre-ft
Surface Area85 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionNovember 9, 2021
Inspection Frequency4

Dam Information

Year Completed1926
Primary PurposeNavigation
Dam TypeOther
Owner TypeState
OwnerNew York State Canal Corporation
Other NameLock 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.

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