Liberman's Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Liberman's Pond Dam is a privately-owned structure located in Sandisfield, Berkshire County, Massachusetts.


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Summary

This earth dam, with a height of 8 feet and a hydraulic height of 11 feet, serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond with a storage capacity of 275 acre-feet. The dam is state-regulated and inspected, meeting the necessary safety and compliance requirements set by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.

With a surface area of 0.06 acres and a drainage area of 0.66 acres, Liberman's Pond Dam has a low hazard potential and is rated as being in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in 2009. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is designed to manage moderate risk levels (rating of 3). Although there have been no reported modifications or emergency action plans prepared for the dam, it continues to serve its primary purpose of enhancing the local fish and wildlife habitat.

Overall, Liberman's Pond Dam stands as a vital component of the ecosystem in Sandisfield, providing a safe and regulated environment for aquatic life and wildlife. Its state-regulated status and satisfactory condition ensure that it remains a sustainable resource for the community while minimizing potential risks associated with dam failure. With its low hazard potential, the dam serves as a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts who appreciate the importance of maintaining ecological balance in the region.

Dam Height

8

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

0.06

Hydraulic Height

11

Drainage Area

0.66

Nid Storage

275

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

11
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.