Tupperware, also known as the Stone Diversion Dam, is a privately owned structure in North Smithfield, Massachusetts, designed for hydroelectric purposes.
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Built in 1904, this masonry dam stands at a height of 12 feet and spans 210 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 57.5 acre-feet. Situated on the Blackstone River, Tupperware is regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and has a low hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite its age, Tupperware has not undergone recent inspections, with the last assessment conducted in July 2017. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 200 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 12,750 cubic feet per second. With a drainage area of 261 square miles, Tupperware plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring such infrastructure for sustainable development.
Year Completed |
1904 |
Dam Length |
210 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
Blackstone River |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
11.5 |
Drainage Area |
261 |
Nid Storage |
57.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
12 |