Kendall Company No 1 Dam dam
Kendall Company No 1 Dam
The Kendall Company No 1 Dam, located in Colrain, Massachusetts, was completed in 1831 and serves as a crucial water supply structure in the area. With a height of 25 feet and a hydraulic height of 11 feet, this earth dam on the North River has a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6 acres. The dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with state regulations.
Despite its historical significance and vital role in water supply, the Kendall Company No 1 Dam has a significant hazard potential, classified as "Significant" in risk assessment. However, its condition assessment as of April 2015 was reported as "Satisfactory", indicating that the dam is currently functioning properly. The dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness plans are not specified in the available data, suggesting the need for further evaluation and potential improvements to mitigate risks associated with the dam.
As a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Kendall Company No 1 Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of historical engineering achievements and modern-day regulatory challenges. Its location on the North River and its role in supplying water to the surrounding area make it a critical infrastructure element, requiring ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of both the dam structure and the local community. With a moderate risk assessment score and satisfactory condition report, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive risk management and emergency preparedness in safeguarding water resources and infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Kendall Company No 1 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North River At Shattuckville | 83 cfs | → |
| Green River Near Colrain | 50 cfs | → |
| Deerfield River At Charlemont | 248 cfs | → |
| South River Near Conway | 21 cfs | → |
| Connecticut River At Montague City | 16,200 cfs | → |
| Deerfield River Near West Deerfield | 422 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Kendall Company No 1 Dam.
Boat launches
- Connecticut River Boat Launch
- Lake Raponda Road Wilmington
- Fairview Avenue 298, Wilmington
- Kellogg Hill Road, Hatfield
- Spofford Lake Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Barton Cove
- Mohawk Trail State Forest
- Fort Dummer State Park
- Molly Stark State Park
- Molly Stark State Park Campsites
- Dar State Forest
Track Kendall Company No 1 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Kendall Company No 1 Dam
Where does the data for Kendall Company No 1 Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Kendall Company No 1 Dam.