Indian Orchard

Hampden County, Massachusetts (near Springfield)

River/Stream: Chicopee River

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Masonry
Height
30 ft
Dam Length
452 ft
Reservoir Storage
800 acre-ft
Year Completed
1846
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Not Listed
Max Discharge
71,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2022-09-20

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

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

Location

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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.

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