Belmont Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
Nearest CityHinsdale
River/StreamWelch Brook
Coordinates42.43161, -73.14763

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height29 ft
Dam Length440 ft
Year Completed1889 (137 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage136 acre-ft
Max Storage136 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge16 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Hinsdale
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/15/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00224
Federal IDMA00224
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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