Altamont Reservoir Dam
Altamont Reservoir Dam is an earth dam located in Albany County, New York, built in 1936. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification.
About Altamont Reservoir Dam
The primary purpose of Altamont Reservoir Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Village Of Altamont (local government). It impounds the Tr-bozenkill near Altamont.
The dam stands 23 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 6 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 46 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 1 square miles. Completed in 1936, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. An emergency action plan is in place for this dam. The most recent inspection on record was 04/04/2022.
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Location
| State | New York |
| County | Albany |
| Nearest City | Altamont |
| River/Stream | Tr-bozenkill |
| Coordinates | 42.68639, -74.07500 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Height | 23 ft |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 310 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Controlled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | VILLAGE OF ALTAMONT |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 04/04/2022 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |
Identifiers
| NID ID | NY13070 |
| Federal ID | NY13070 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |