Upper Bemis Pond Dam
Massachusetts, Hampden County, Abbey Brook
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Hampden |
| River | Abbey Brook |
| Coordinates | 42.14591, -72.59030 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| NID Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | December 22, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 10 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1954 |
| Primary Purpose | - |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Chicopee |
| Other Name | N/A |
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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.