Clam Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBerkshire
Nearest CitySandisfield
River/StreamClam River
Coordinates42.13877, -73.10647

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height97 ft
Dam Length950 ft
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,840 acre-ft
Max Storage3,840 acre-ft
Normal Storage750 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi
Max Discharge950 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerMA Department of Conservation & Recreation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/21/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA01052
Federal IDMA01052
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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