Arthur J Bousquet Dam

TRIBUTARY OF WARE RIVER· Hampshire, Massachusetts· Earth· 7 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Arthur J Bousquet Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 2.3% in MA)
Dam Length37 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage19 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMA02038

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 11, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

SIMONE SIDUR & SUSAN WARBURTON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arthur J Bousquet Dam?

Arthur J Bousquet Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Arthur J Bousquet Dam?

Arthur J Bousquet Dam is owned by SIMONE SIDUR & SUSAN WARBURTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Arthur J Bousquet Dam?

Arthur J Bousquet Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Arthur J Bousquet Dam?

Arthur J Bousquet Dam has a dam height of 7 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Arthur J Bousquet Dam last inspected?

Arthur J Bousquet Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.