Hawley Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyHampshire
Nearest CityPelham
River/StreamHarris Brook
Coordinates42.37527, -72.44343

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeStone
NID Height17 ft
Dam Length160 ft
Year Completed1890 (136 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage100 acre-ft
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge425 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Amherst
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/10/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00065
Federal IDMA00065
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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