Ashmere Lake Dam

Massachusetts — Berkshire County — Bennett Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
RiverBennett Brook
Coordinates42.43669, -73.08051

Physical Characteristics

NID Height34 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,500 ft
NID Storage3,880 acre-ft
Max Storage3,880 acre-ft
Surface Area294 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 7, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1875
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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