Laurel Lake Dam

SARGENT BROOK· Berkshire, Massachusetts· Earth· 12 ft tall

High Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Laurel Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. 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	12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA)
Dam Length	390 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	1.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage	680 acre-ft

Surface Area	232 acres
Drainage Area	3 sq mi
NID ID	MA00263

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: June 21, 2018

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

LAUREL LAKE WATER POWER, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Laurel Lake Dam?

Laurel Lake 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 Laurel Lake Dam?

Laurel Lake Dam is owned by LAUREL LAKE WATER POWER, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Laurel Lake Dam?

Laurel Lake Dam 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 Laurel Lake Dam?

Laurel Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Laurel Lake Dam last inspected?

Laurel Lake Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2018. 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.