Atkins Reservoir Dam

Massachusetts — Franklin County

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyFranklin
Coordinates42.42567, -72.48693

Physical Characteristics

NID Height33 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length160 ft
NID Storage870 acre-ft
Max Storage870 acre-ft
Surface Area51 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1930
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerTown of Amherst

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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