October Mountain Lake Dike

Massachusetts — Berkshire County — Tributary of Washington Mountain Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
RiverTributary of Washington Mountain Brook
Coordinates42.34419, -73.17937

Physical Characteristics

NID Height20 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length820 ft
NID Storage1,460 acre-ft
Max Storage1,460 acre-ft
Surface Area83 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 6, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1985
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation
Other NamePl-566 - Flood Control Site

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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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