The citizens' not-for-profit advocacy group for the Gilboa Dam and Schoharie Reservoir
Mohawk Watershed Group to host second symposium March 19, 2010
     Read the Mohawk Watershed Symposium page for more information.
Why A Low Level Outlet Protocol Is Necessary
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Dam Concerned Citizens' Annual Meeting March 10, 2010 - 7pm
     Fultonham Union Church, Fultonham, NY

Latest News and Articles

Read public notices and transcripts of NYCDEP hearings concerning the potential for the development of hydroelectric power at four of its West of Hudson Reservoirs. Read the West of Hudson Hydroelectric Project Overview

The Impact of the Notch + Siphons on Jan 25, 2010 Flood Why A Low Level Outlet Protocol Is Necessary

USGS releases report on flood of 2006 "Flood of June 26–29, 2006, Mohawk, Delaware, and Susquehanna River Basins, New York"

Winter / Spring Flood Potential Outlook #3 Feb. 5 - Feb 19 NWS Hydrologic Outlook.

The 2000s: Our Wettest Decade On Record - The past 10 years by Hugh W. Johnson IV NWS Meteorologist, NWS Albany

Check the Gilboa Dam water levels

This "Live" hydrograph courtesy of the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service shows the Schoharie Creek at Gilboa Dam water level changes over time. Forecast hydrographs will be displayed when flooding is expected. The Flood Categories ( in feet ) are based on NYCDEP spillway curve with notch. You can also use the National Weather Service and Water Flow Data page to monitor flooding potential or follow the 5 Easy Steps to Flood Water Information.

Flood Categories ( in feet )

Major Flood Stage:
1133.5
Moderate Flood Stage:
1131.5
Flood Stage:
1130.5
Action Stage:
1124.5