South Silver Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
Nearest CitySandisfield
River/StreamNorth Branch of Silver Lake
Coordinates42.08411, -73.11012

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height31 ft
Dam Length200 ft
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage534 acre-ft
Max Storage534 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge125 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/07/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA00702
Federal IDMA00702
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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