Dam At Lock E 27
Key Takeaway
Dam At Lock E 27 is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 66% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 169 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 82 acres |
| Drainage Area | 316 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00955 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
New York State Canal Corporation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dam At Lock E 27?
Dam At Lock E 27 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dam At Lock E 27?
Dam At Lock E 27 is owned by New York State Canal Corporation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam At Lock E 27 built?
Dam At Lock E 27 was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Dam At Lock E 27?
Dam At Lock E 27 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Navigation, Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam At Lock E 27?
Dam At Lock E 27 has a dam height of 23 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 Dam At Lock E 27 last inspected?
Dam At Lock E 27 was last inspected on September 10, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.