West Lake Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
Nearest CitySandisfield
River/StreamMorley Brook
Coordinates42.12947, -73.16001

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Length920 ft
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,130 acre-ft
Max Storage1,130 acre-ft
Normal Storage480 acre-ft
Surface Area58 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge157 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/21/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00288
Federal IDMA00288
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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