Egypt Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Egypt Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1894 and is 132 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 37 ft (taller than 91.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 697 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 87 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1894 (132 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01063 |
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
DALTON FIRE DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Egypt Reservoir?
Egypt Reservoir 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 Egypt Reservoir?
Egypt Reservoir is owned by DALTON FIRE DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Egypt Reservoir built?
Egypt Reservoir was completed in 1894, making it 132 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 Egypt Reservoir?
Egypt Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Egypt Reservoir?
Egypt Reservoir has a dam height of 37 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 Egypt Reservoir last inspected?
Egypt Reservoir was last inspected on May 31, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.