Lake Lashaway Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lashaway Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 76.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 25 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00961 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
TOWN OF E. BROOKFIELD, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lashaway Dam?
Lake Lashaway 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 Lake Lashaway Dam?
Lake Lashaway Dam is owned by TOWN OF E. BROOKFIELD, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lashaway Dam built?
Lake Lashaway Dam was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Lake Lashaway Dam?
Lake Lashaway 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 Lake Lashaway Dam?
Lake Lashaway Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Lake Lashaway Dam last inspected?
Lake Lashaway Dam was last inspected on November 6, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.