Lock E-16 Dam At Rocky Rift

Herkimer County, New York (near Little Falls)

River/Stream: ERIE CANAL-MOHAWK RIVER

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Other
Height
6 ft
Dam Length
361 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,275 acre-ft
Year Completed
1926
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
State
Max Discharge
—

Condition Assessment

Not RatedLast inspected: 2016-09-01

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

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NY00957
State
New York (NY)
Coordinates
43.01417, -74.78417
Age
100 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.