Camp Woodcrest Dam

TRIBUTARY OF CLAM RIVER· Berkshire, Massachusetts· Built 1927· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Camp Woodcrest Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 63.9% in MA)
Dam Length205 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage140 acre-ft
Normal Storage103 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1927 (99 years old)
NID IDMA00302

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 17, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

DOMINIC KONSTAM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Camp Woodcrest Dam?

Camp Woodcrest Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Camp Woodcrest Dam?

Camp Woodcrest Dam is owned by DOMINIC KONSTAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Camp Woodcrest Dam built?

Camp Woodcrest Dam was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Camp Woodcrest Dam?

Camp Woodcrest 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 Camp Woodcrest Dam?

Camp Woodcrest Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Camp Woodcrest Dam last inspected?

Camp Woodcrest Dam was last inspected on August 17, 2009. 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.