Ware Lower
Massachusetts — Hampshire County — Ware River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Hampshire |
| River | Ware River |
| Coordinates | 42.25853, -72.23878 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Length | 116 ft |
| NID Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 2, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1890 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Pioneer Hydro Electric Company, Inc. |
Location Map
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.