Barre Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Barre Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 460 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00094 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Abandoned - Last Known Owner - Dissolved - Prince River Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barre Reservoir Dam?
Barre Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Barre Reservoir Dam?
Barre Reservoir Dam is owned by Abandoned - Last Known Owner - Dissolved - Prince River Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barre Reservoir Dam built?
Barre Reservoir Dam was completed in 1932, making it 94 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Barre Reservoir Dam?
Barre Reservoir 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 Barre Reservoir Dam?
Barre Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Barre Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Barre Reservoir Dam was last inspected on July 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.