Byron Weston Dam No. 1

Massachusetts, Berkshire County, East Branch Housatonic River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
RiverEast Branch Housatonic River
Coordinates42.47378, -73.15655

Physical Characteristics

NID Height28 ft
Dam Height-
Dam Length110 ft
NID Storage580 acre-ft
Max Storage580 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 12, 2021
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1875
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeStone
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerCrane and Company, Inc.
Other NameCenter Pond Dam

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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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