Loughberry Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 25, 2025

Loughberry Lake Dam, located in Saratoga Springs, New York, serves as a crucial water supply source for the area.


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Summary

Owned and regulated by the local government, this earth-type dam stands at 30 feet in height and stretches 450 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 747 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is to provide water supply, and it is situated on the Spring Run river or stream.

Despite its essential role in water resource management, Loughberry Lake Dam has been flagged for its high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, indicating a need for maintenance and potential upgrades. With a moderate risk rating of 3, the dam's safety and reliability are under scrutiny. The last inspection in November 2019 revealed the dam's deteriorating state, highlighting the urgency for action to mitigate any potential risks to the surrounding community and environment.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the critical role that Loughberry Lake Dam plays in the local water supply infrastructure is essential. Monitoring and addressing the dam's structural integrity and risk management measures are vital to ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources in Saratoga Springs. Collaborative efforts between local authorities and regulatory agencies such as the NYS DEC are key to implementing necessary improvements and safeguarding the dam's functionality for the future.

Dam Length

450

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

SPRING RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

64

Nid Storage

747

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

30
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.