Plunkett Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
Nearest CityHinsdale
River/StreamFrisell Brook
Coordinates42.42470, -73.12413

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Length510 ft
Year Completed1875 (151 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,190 acre-ft
Max Storage1,190 acre-ft
Normal Storage890 acre-ft
Surface Area73 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2,300 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

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

Identifiers

NID IDMA00226
Federal IDMA00226
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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