Dolgeville

East Canada Creek· Herkimer, New York· Built 1897· Gravity· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Hydroelectric Private

Key Takeaway

Dolgeville is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1897 and is 129 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY)
Dam Length190 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area261 sq mi
Max Discharge9,200 cfs
Year Completed1897 (129 years old)
NID IDNY12514

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 14, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

EONY Generation Limited

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dolgeville?

Dolgeville 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 Dolgeville?

Dolgeville is owned by EONY Generation Limited (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dolgeville built?

Dolgeville was completed in 1897, making it 129 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 Dolgeville?

Dolgeville serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dolgeville?

Dolgeville 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 Dolgeville last inspected?

Dolgeville was last inspected on August 14, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.