West Whately Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyFranklin
Nearest CityWhately
River/StreamWest Brook
Coordinates42.43725, -72.68374

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height23 ft
Dam Length1,200 ft
Year Completed1903 (123 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage99 acre-ft
Max Storage99 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge1,525 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Northampton
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/27/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00520
Federal IDMA00520
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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