Upper Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyFranklin
Nearest CityAshfield
River/StreamSmith Brook
Coordinates42.54043, -72.82187

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height17 ft
Dam Length195 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage24 acre-ft
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge170 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond
OwnerAshfield Water District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/01/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMA01256
Federal IDMA01256
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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