Pelham Lake Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyFranklin
Nearest CityRowe
River/StreamPelham Brook, Potter Brook, Turtle Brook
Coordinates42.69969, -72.89434

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeStone
NID Height14 ft
Dam Length270 ft
Year Completed1850 (176 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage640 acre-ft
Max Storage640 acre-ft
Normal Storage355 acre-ft
Surface Area71 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge460 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Rowe
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/02/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00044
Federal IDMA00044
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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