Little Falls Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Falls Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 89.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00191 |
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
CITY OF LITTLE FALLS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little Falls Reservoir Dam?
Little Falls Reservoir 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 Little Falls Reservoir Dam?
Little Falls Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF LITTLE FALLS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Falls Reservoir Dam built?
Little Falls Reservoir Dam was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 Little Falls Reservoir Dam?
Little Falls Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Falls Reservoir Dam?
Little Falls Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Little Falls Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Little Falls Reservoir Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.