Little Falls State Dam - North

New York, Herkimer County, Mohawk River

Location

StateNew York
CountyHerkimer
RiverMohawk River
Coordinates43.03750, -74.86640

Physical Characteristics

NID Height6 ft
Dam Height6 ft
Dam Length375 ft
NID Storage800 acre-ft
Max Storage800 acre-ft
Surface Area200 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 14, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1894
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypeState
OwnerNew York State Canal Corporation
Other NameState Diverting Dam (North)

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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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