Bassett Brook Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
Nearest CityCheshire
River/StreamBassett Brook
Coordinates42.59558, -73.14566

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height29 ft
Dam Length214 ft
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage16 acre-ft
Max Storage16 acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2,398 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Adams
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/17/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00212
Federal IDMA00212
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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