Minetto Lock & Dam 5, located on the Oswego River in Oswego, New York, is a concrete gravity dam completed in 1915 primarily for hydroelectric generation and navigation purposes.
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With a structural height of 22.5 feet and a length of 500 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 3,950 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 30,000 cubic feet per second. The dam is under the ownership of the State and is not regulated by the state regulatory agency, making it a significant water resource structure in the region.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Minetto Lock & Dam 5 poses a high hazard potential due to its design and location. Although the condition assessment is not available, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Emergency action plans have been prepared and updated periodically to ensure public safety in case of any unforeseen events. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and multi-arch core types add to its unique features, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the engineering and environmental aspects of such structures.
Year Completed |
1915 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
22.5 |
River Or Stream |
Oswego River |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
350 |
Drainage Area |
5092 |
Nid Storage |
3950 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
23 |
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1090cfs |
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