York Lake Dam

Massachusetts — Berkshire County — Sandy Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
RiverSandy Brook
Coordinates42.09542, -73.18153

Physical Characteristics

NID Height23 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length700 ft
NID Storage487 acre-ft
Max Storage487 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 28, 2020
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1934
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation

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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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