Upper Reservoir Dam

Massachusetts — Franklin County — Smith Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyFranklin
RiverSmith Brook
Coordinates42.54043, -72.82187

Physical Characteristics

NID Height17 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length195 ft
NID Storage24 acre-ft
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 1, 2021
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeFire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerAshfield Water District

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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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