D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam
Key Takeaway
D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 363 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | NY14017 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ENEL GREEN POWER NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Private
Nearby Dams
Lake George Outlet - Canal Intake
Essex, NY
High Hazard 28 ftEast Creek Site No. 1
Addison, VT
Low Hazard 13 ftEast Creek Site No. 2
Addison, VT
Low Hazard 7 ftPenfield Pond Dam
Essex, NY
Significant Hazard 14 ftEast Creek Site No. 5
Addison, VT
Low Hazard 10 ftPutnam Pond Dam
Essex, NY
Low Hazard 21 ftRichville Pond
Addison, VT
Low Hazard 15 ftGooseneck Reservoir Dam
Essex, NY
Low Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam?
D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam?
D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam is owned by ENEL GREEN POWER NORTH AMERICA, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam built?
D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam?
D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam?
D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam has a dam height of 20 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 D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam last inspected?
D Mill At Ticonderoga Dam was last inspected on September 15, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.