Eagle

Beaver River· Lewis, New York· Built 1915· Concrete· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Hydroelectric Private

Key Takeaway

Eagle is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 63.7% in NY)
Dam Length365 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage668 acre-ft
Normal Storage668 acre-ft
Surface Area138 acres
Drainage Area224 sq mi
Max Discharge7,400 cfs
Year Completed1915 (111 years old)
NID IDNY00306

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: Yes
Last Inspection: August 9, 2022
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Erie Boulevard Hydropower, L.P.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eagle?

Eagle 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 Eagle?

Eagle is owned by Erie Boulevard Hydropower, L.P. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Eagle built?

Eagle was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 Eagle?

Eagle 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 Eagle?

Eagle has a dam height of 22 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 Eagle last inspected?

Eagle was last inspected on August 9, 2022. 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.