Lock E14 Canajoharie
Key Takeaway
Lock E14 Canajoharie is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 219 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,871 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00967 |
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 E14 Canajoharie?
Lock E14 Canajoharie 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 E14 Canajoharie?
Lock E14 Canajoharie 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 E14 Canajoharie built?
Lock E14 Canajoharie was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 E14 Canajoharie?
Lock E14 Canajoharie 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 E14 Canajoharie?
Lock E14 Canajoharie has a dam height of 8 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.