Stockbridge Bowl Dam

Massachusetts — Berkshire County — Housatonic River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
RiverHousatonic River
Coordinates42.32032, -73.32927

Physical Characteristics

NID Height19 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length340 ft
NID Storage11,000 acre-ft
Max Storage11,000 acre-ft
Surface Area376 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 4, 2025
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1880
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Stockbridge

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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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