Palmer Upper Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyHampden
Nearest CityPalmer
River/StreamTributary of Quaboag River
Coordinates42.16209, -72.31128

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Length260 ft
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage120 acre-ft
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage95 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge264 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Palmer
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/10/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00557
Federal IDMA00557
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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