Lock E-4 Embankment Dam

Saratoga County, New York (near Waterford)

River/Stream: ERIE CANAL

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
34 ft
Dam Length
2,860 ft
Reservoir Storage
250 acre-ft
Year Completed
1915
Primary Purpose
Navigation
Owner Type
State
Max Discharge
—

Condition Assessment

PoorLast inspected: 2020-11-03

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

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

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NY00968
State
New York (NY)
Coordinates
42.80194, -73.69333
Age
111 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.