Belmont Reservoir Dam

Massachusetts — Berkshire County — Welch Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
RiverWelch Brook
Coordinates42.43161, -73.14763

Physical Characteristics

NID Height29 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length440 ft
NID Storage136 acre-ft
Max Storage136 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 15, 2022
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1889
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Hinsdale

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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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