Horse Shoe Regulating Dam
Massachusetts, Franklin County, Middle Branch Swift River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Franklin |
| River | Middle Branch Swift River |
| Coordinates | 42.52004, -72.29522 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,451 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,451 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | May 29, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 10 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1938 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | MA Department of Conservation and Recreation |
| Other Name | N/A |
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.