Factory Hollow Dam
Massachusetts — Hampshire County — Cushman Brook, Mill River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Hampshire |
| River | Cushman Brook, Mill River |
| Coordinates | 42.41566, -72.51924 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| NID Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 11, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1895 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Amherst |
| Other Name | Puffers 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.