Farnham Reservoir Dam
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Berkshire |
| Nearest City | Washington |
| River/Stream | Ashley Brook |
| Coordinates | 42.39149, -73.20492 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 105 ft |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 1,900 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,900 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1,450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 106 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,000 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | City of Pittsfield |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 10/18/2022 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |