Stark Falls Dike F Reservoir Report
Nearby: Stark Falls Dike G Stark Falls
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
Stark Falls Dike F, also known as Stark Intake Structure, is a private hydroelectric facility located in St.
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Summary
Lawrence, New York. Built in 1957, this rockfill dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a length of 230 feet, providing storage for up to 12,854 acre-feet of water. The dam serves multiple purposes including hydroelectric power generation and recreation, with its primary source agency being the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
With a significant hazard potential, Stark Falls Dike F is a crucial structure on the Raquette River, within a drainage area of 877 square miles. Despite its age, the condition assessment of the dam is currently not available, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam's risk assessment categorizes it as high (2), emphasizing the importance of effective risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
230 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
Raquette River |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
585 |
Drainage Area |
877 |
Nid Storage |
12854 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Stark Falls Dike F