Aldrich Lake Dam

Massachusetts — Hampshire County — Bachelor Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyHampshire
RiverBachelor Brook
Coordinates42.28262, -72.53741

Physical Characteristics

NID Height34 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length132 ft
NID Storage490 acre-ft
Max Storage490 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 14, 2020
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1934
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeMasonry
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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