Shawville Pond Dam

Massachusetts — Hampden County — Wales Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyHampden
RiverWales Brook
Coordinates42.07352, -72.21653

Physical Characteristics

NID Height13 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length65 ft
NID Storage22 acre-ft
Max Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionDecember 5, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Wales

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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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