Pelham Lake Dam

Massachusetts — Franklin County — Pelham Brook, Potter Brook, Turtle Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyFranklin
RiverPelham Brook, Potter Brook, Turtle Brook
Coordinates42.69969, -72.89434

Physical Characteristics

NID Height14 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length270 ft
NID Storage640 acre-ft
Max Storage640 acre-ft
Surface Area71 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionAugust 2, 2022
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1850
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeStone
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Rowe

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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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