Warrensburg

Schroon River· Warren, New York· Built 1909· Concrete· 27 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Warrensburg is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1909 and is 117 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 74.7% in NY)
Dam Length288 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage500 acre-ft
Normal Storage500 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
Drainage Area554 sq mi
Max Discharge9,200 cfs
Year Completed1909 (117 years old)
NID IDNY00010

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 27, 2022
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Warrensburg Hydro Power Limited Partnership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Warrensburg?

Warrensburg 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 Warrensburg?

Warrensburg is owned by Warrensburg Hydro Power Limited Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Warrensburg built?

Warrensburg was completed in 1909, making it 117 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 Warrensburg?

Warrensburg serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Warrensburg?

Warrensburg has a dam height of 27 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 Warrensburg last inspected?

Warrensburg was last inspected on July 27, 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.