Upper Highland Lake Dam
Massachusetts — Hampshire County — West Branch Mill River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Hampshire |
| River | West Branch Mill River |
| Coordinates | 42.45736, -72.79810 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| NID Storage | 829 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 829 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 54 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 24, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1872 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | MA Department of Conservation & Recreation |
| Other Name | Highland Lakes Upper 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.