Thousand Acre Lake Dam

Massachusetts — Berkshire County — Whiting River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
RiverWhiting River
Coordinates42.06671, -73.21063

Physical Characteristics

NID Height32 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length600 ft
NID Storage4,500 acre-ft
Max Storage4,500 acre-ft
Surface Area155 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 21, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1960
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
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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