Whiting Street Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Whiting Street Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 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 | 19 ft (taller than 67.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00070 |
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
CITY OF HOLYOKE, WATER WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Whiting Street Reservoir Dam?
Whiting Street Reservoir 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 Whiting Street Reservoir Dam?
Whiting Street Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF HOLYOKE, WATER WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whiting Street Reservoir Dam built?
Whiting Street Reservoir Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Whiting Street Reservoir Dam?
Whiting Street Reservoir 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 Whiting Street Reservoir Dam?
Whiting Street Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Whiting Street Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Whiting Street Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 17, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.