Crescent - Dam A
Key Takeaway
Crescent - Dam A is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 92.8% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 902 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 70.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,000 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,453 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 548,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00171 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
New York State Department of Transportation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Crescent - Dam A?
Crescent - Dam A is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Crescent - Dam A?
Crescent - Dam A is owned by New York State Department of Transportation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crescent - Dam A built?
Crescent - Dam A was completed in 1912, making it 114 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Crescent - Dam A?
Crescent - Dam A serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Navigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Crescent - Dam A?
Crescent - Dam A has a dam height of 53 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Crescent - Dam A last inspected?
Crescent - Dam A was last inspected on July 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.