Seneca Falls
New York — Seneca County — Seneca River/Canal
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Seneca |
| River | Seneca River/Canal |
| Coordinates | 42.91520, -76.78670 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 68 ft |
| Dam Height | 68 ft |
| Dam Length | 546 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,700 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,700 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 135 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Unsatisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 7, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1912 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | New York State Canal Corporation |
| Other Name | Van Cleef Lake Dam |
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.