Fitzgerald Dam
Key Takeaway
Fitzgerald Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 73.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 294 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00496 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CITY OF NORTHAMPTON, CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fitzgerald Dam?
Fitzgerald 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 Fitzgerald Dam?
Fitzgerald Dam is owned by CITY OF NORTHAMPTON, CONSERVATION COMMISSION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fitzgerald Dam built?
Fitzgerald Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Fitzgerald Dam?
Fitzgerald 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 Fitzgerald Dam?
Fitzgerald Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Fitzgerald Dam last inspected?
Fitzgerald Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.