Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal
Key Takeaway
Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 66% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 69 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01213 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
New York State Canal Corporation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal?
Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal 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 Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal?
Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal 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 Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal built?
Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal?
Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Navigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal?
Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal has a dam height of 23 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 Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal last inspected?
Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal was last inspected on June 29, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.