Otis Reservoir Dam

Massachusetts — Berkshire County — Fall River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
RiverFall River
Coordinates42.15886, -73.05863

Physical Characteristics

NID Height32 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length630 ft
NID Storage27,500 acre-ft
Max Storage27,500 acre-ft
Surface Area1,000 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 21, 2023
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1888
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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