Little Falls State Dam - North
Key Takeaway
Little Falls State Dam - North is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1894 and is 132 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 0.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 200 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,348 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 29,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1894 (132 years old) |
| NID ID | NY12517 |
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
New York State Canal Corporation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little Falls State Dam - North?
Little Falls State Dam - North 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 State Dam - North?
Little Falls State Dam - North 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 Little Falls State Dam - North built?
Little Falls State Dam - North was completed in 1894, making it 132 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 State Dam - North?
Little Falls State Dam - North serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Navigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Falls State Dam - North?
Little Falls State Dam - North has a dam height of 6 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 State Dam - North last inspected?
Little Falls State Dam - North was last inspected on September 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.