Feeder Dam

Hudson River· Warren, New York· Built 1924· Concrete· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Hydroelectric State Government

Key Takeaway

Feeder Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 61.3% in NY)
Dam Length630 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage10.9K acre-ft
Normal Storage10.9K acre-ft
Surface Area717 acres
Drainage Area2,790 sq mi
Max Discharge52,100 cfs
Year Completed1924 (102 years old)
NID IDNY00143

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: July 26, 2022
State Regulated: No

Ownership

New York State Department of Transportation

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Feeder Dam?

Feeder Dam 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 Feeder Dam?

Feeder Dam 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 Feeder Dam built?

Feeder Dam was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Feeder Dam?

Feeder Dam 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 Feeder Dam?

Feeder Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Feeder Dam last inspected?

Feeder Dam was last inspected on July 26, 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.