Eclipse Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
Nearest CityN. Adams
River/StreamNorth Branch Hoosic River
Coordinates42.70273, -73.09726

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeStone
NID Height52 ft
Dam Length260 ft
Year Completed1890 (136 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage142 acre-ft
Max Storage142 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area41 sq mi
Max Discharge17,560 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCity of North Adams
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/15/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00279
Federal IDMA00279
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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