The boat launch at Stewarts Bridge Reservoir, located at 3266 N Shore Road, Hadley, NY, is a well-maintained, hard-surface site suitable for both trailered and hand-launched boats. It offers easy float-on/float-off access, with additional spots for hand launching away from trailer traffic. The large parking area accommodates up to 44 vehicles with trailers, ensuring plenty of space for paddlers. Managed by the DEC, the launch provides smooth access to the reservoir’s calm waters.
However, the reservoir is also home to invasive species, including Eurasian Watermilfoil, Brittle Naiad, and Spiny Waterflea. The DEC has issued a Spiny Waterflea alert for this area to help paddlers and visitors stay informed. Click here for more information.
Waterway Notes
& History
Stewarts Bridge, located in Saratoga, NY, is a major hydroelectric dam on the Sacandaga River, completed in 1952. Standing at 112 feet high and 1860 feet long, it plays a vital role in hydroelectric power generation and regional water resource management. The dam has a storage capacity of 18,600 acre-feet and manages a drainage area of 1054 square miles. The reservoir formed by Stewarts Bridge is the first impoundment of the Sacandaga River, located about 3 miles upstream from the Hudson River, with the Conklingville Dam marking its western boundary.
Discover more about the history of the Great Sacandaga Lake and its surrounding area through the film “History Resurfaced,” which tells the story of the region’s transformation.
