Warrensburg dam
Warrensburg
Warrensburg, a private hydroelectric dam located in New York's Warren County, stands as a testament to engineering excellence and environmental stewardship. Constructed in 1909 by Besha Engineering, this concrete multi-arch dam on the Schroon River boasts a height of 27 feet and a storage capacity of 500 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation, Warrensburg also serves as a fire protection resource, stock pond, and habitat for fish and wildlife.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Warrensburg operates with a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating. The dam's controlled spillway, bascule gates, and solid foundation on rock ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite its age, Warrensburg has been well-maintained, with its last inspection conducted in June 2017 and an Emergency Action Plan updated in December 2019. With a drainage area of 554 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 9,200 cubic feet per second, Warrensburg plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, Warrensburg remains a vital asset for the community, providing renewable energy, flood protection, and recreational opportunities. Its location in the scenic Adirondack Mountains underscores the importance of sustainable infrastructure in balancing environmental conservation and economic development. With ongoing monitoring and risk management measures in place, Warrensburg serves as a model for responsible dam operations and water resource management in a changing climate.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Warrensburg -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hudson River At Hadley Ny | 3,140 cfs | → |
| Sacandaga River At Stewarts Bridge Nr Hadley Ny | 419 cfs | → |
| Hudson River At North Creek Ny | 2,000 cfs | → |
| Hudson River At Fort Edward Ny | 2,880 cfs | → |
| Sacandaga River Near Hope Ny | 1,330 cfs | → |
| Mettawee River Near Middle Granville Ny | 244 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Warrensburg .
Boat launches
- Lake George
- North Shore Road Town Of Hadley
- Overlook Road Town Of Hadley
- Boat Launch Drive Town Of Lake Luzerne
- Brant Lake
- Beach Road South Glens Falls
Campgrounds
- Thousand Acres Ranch Resort
- Hearthstone Point - Dec
- Camp Walden & Woodstock Fruit Festival
- Lake George Battleground - Dec
- King Phillips Campground
- Luzerne - Dec
Fishing spots
Track Warrensburg in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Warrensburg
Where does the data for Warrensburg come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Warrensburg .