Aldrich Lake Dam

Hampshire County, Massachusetts (near Granby)

River/Stream: Bachelor Brook

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Masonry
Height
34 ft
Dam Length
132 ft
Reservoir Storage
490 acre-ft
Year Completed
1934
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
State
Max Discharge
2,290 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2020-04-14

Hazard Classification: Significant — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Fair — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
MA00491
State
Massachusetts (MA)
Coordinates
42.28262, -72.53741
Age
92 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.