Lower Van Horn Reservoir Dam
Massachusetts, Hampden County, Unnamed tributary to Connecticut River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Hampden |
| River | Unnamed tributary to Connecticut River |
| Coordinates | 42.12511, -72.59752 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 52 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| NID Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 13, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1848 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Springfield |
| Other Name | Van Horn Park 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.