Located in Clinton Heights, New York, the Clinton Heights Storage Dam, also known as the Clinton Heights Reservoir, is a private earth dam completed in 1925.
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With a height of 8 feet and a length of 208 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 32 acre-feet. The dam sits on the TR-Hudson River and is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. The spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 4 feet, and the maximum discharge capacity is 90 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate (3), indicating a moderate level of risk associated with the structure. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in April 2003, with no specific inspection frequency provided.
Overall, the Clinton Heights Storage Dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is an important component of the local water resource infrastructure in Rensselaer County. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find interest in the historical significance and engineering features of this privately-owned dam, which plays a critical role in water storage and management in the region.
Year Completed |
1925 |
Dam Length |
208 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HUDSON RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.35 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
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