Plunkett Reservoir Dam

Massachusetts — Berkshire County — Frisell Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
RiverFrisell Brook
Coordinates42.42470, -73.12413

Physical Characteristics

NID Height25 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length510 ft
NID Storage1,190 acre-ft
Max Storage1,190 acre-ft
Surface Area73 acres

Safety Classification

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

Dam Information

Year Completed1875
Primary PurposeRecreation
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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