Rising Paper Company Dam

Massachusetts, Berkshire County, Housatonic River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
RiverHousatonic River
Coordinates42.24236, -73.35774

Physical Characteristics

NID Height38 ft
Dam Height-
Dam Length670 ft
NID Storage710 acre-ft
Max Storage710 acre-ft
Surface Area44 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 20, 2025
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed-
Primary Purpose-
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerGeneral Electric Company
Other NameRising Dam;Rising 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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