Porter Lake Dam
Massachusetts — Hampden County — Pecousic River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Hampden |
| River | Pecousic River |
| Coordinates | 42.07373, -72.56936 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| NID Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | July 31, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1919 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Springfield |
| Other Name | Forest Park Upper Pond Dam |
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.