Rockwood Power Dam, located in Rockwood, New York, is a concrete dam built in 1916 along the Caroga Creek.
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With a height of 35 feet and a length of 280 feet, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a storage capacity of 731 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 5,600 cubic feet per second. The dam's spillway is controlled, with a width of 80 feet, making it a significant structure for water resource management in the area.
Despite its historical significance, the Rockwood Power Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, dating back to 2017. The dam is under state regulation and inspection by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, with enforcement and permitting processes in place. The risk assessment for the dam is very high, emphasizing the importance of ongoing maintenance and risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure for both recreational and environmental purposes.
Year Completed |
1916 |
Dam Length |
280 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
CAROGA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
51 |
Drainage Area |
53 |
Nid Storage |
731 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
35 |