Upper Mechanicville

Saratoga County, New York (near Mechanicville)

River/Stream: Hudson River

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Masonry
Height
19 ft
Dam Length
1,220 ft
Reservoir Storage
3,425 acre-ft
Year Completed
1882
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
State
Max Discharge
130,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2022-09-23

Hazard Classification: Significant — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NY00215
State
New York (NY)
Coordinates
42.91230, -73.67920
Age
144 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.