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Photo of the Caughdenoy Dam along the Oneida River that controls discharge from Oneida LakeWater Management - Oswego River Basin

Management of the water resources of the Oswego River Basin continues to be arduous, especially during severe uncontrolled precipitation and snowmelt.  NYSCC is committed to operation of the Canal resource and continues to monitor the system and adjust water control structures to ensure opportunities for recreational activities.

A Fact Sheet (PDF) is available entitled 'Managing the Water Resources of the Oswego River Basin in Central New York' from the USGS Website. 

The PDF offered by USGS has been created through a joint effort of The United Stage Geological Survey (USGS) and the Finger Lakes - Lake Ontario Watershed Protection Alliance (FL-LOWPA).  This fact sheet provides a comprehensive summary of the Oswego River Basin, limitations on control, and goals and priorities in water-resource management.
 

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