Carry Falls Dike B Reservoir Report
Nearby: Carry Falls Dike A Carry Falls Dike C
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Carry Falls Dike B, a private-owned structure located in St.
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Summary
Lawrence, New York, stands as a pivotal infrastructure along the Raquette River. Built in 1953, this earth dam serves primarily for hydroelectric purposes, boasting a height of 12 feet and a length of 1015 feet. With a storage capacity of 104,463 acre-feet and a surface area of 3000 acres, it plays a significant role in water resource management in the region.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Carry Falls Dike B is subject to regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently not available, highlighting the need for ongoing risk management measures. The surrounding area benefits from the dam not only for hydroelectric power generation but also for recreational activities, showcasing its multi-faceted importance to the community.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the maintenance and monitoring of structures like Carry Falls Dike B become increasingly crucial. With its historical significance and essential role in water management, this dam represents a key piece of New York's hydroelectric infrastructure, embodying the intersection of water resource management, energy production, and environmental stewardship in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
1015 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
Raquette River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3000 |
Drainage Area |
877 |
Nid Storage |
104463 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Carry Falls Dike B