Richards Reservoir Upper Dam
Massachusetts — Franklin County — Black Brook
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Franklin |
| River | Black Brook |
| Coordinates | 42.69841, -72.31927 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 119 ft |
| NID Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | May 13, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 10 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | MA Department of Conservation & Recreation |
| Other Name | Richards Reservoir Main 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.