Lower Highland Lake Dam

Massachusetts — Hampshire County — West Branch Mill River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyHampshire
RiverWest Branch Mill River
Coordinates42.44274, -72.79395

Physical Characteristics

NID Height29 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length650 ft
NID Storage1,530 acre-ft
Max Storage1,530 acre-ft
Surface Area93 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 24, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1852
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation
Other NameHighland Lakes Lower 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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