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5 - Canal #2 is a privately owned hydroelectric dam located on the Deerfield River in Monroe Bridge, Massachusetts. Constructed in 1910, this Earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and spans a length of 1430 feet, with a storage capacity of 818 acre-feet and a drainage area of 237 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a high risk due to its age and lack of recent condition assessments.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Deerfield No. 5 - Canal #2 serves as a vital source of hydroelectric power in the region. While the dam has not undergone recent inspections or maintenance, it continues to operate within regulatory guidelines. The surrounding area covers 38 acres with no spillway, lock structures, or outlet gates, reflecting a simplistic design focused on energy production rather than flood control or navigation.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Deerfield No. 5 - Canal #2 offers a glimpse into early 20th-century hydroelectric infrastructure in Massachusetts. With its historical significance and ongoing role in renewable energy production, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of increasing climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1910 |
Dam Length |
1430 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
Deerfield River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
38 |
Drainage Area |
237 |
Nid Storage |
818 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
33 |
Deerfield River At Charlemont
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1540cfs |
Hoosic River Near Williamstown
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747cfs |
Hoosic River At Adams
|
213cfs |
Green River At Williamstown
|
202cfs |
North River At Shattuckville
|
463cfs |
Green River Near Colrain
|
218cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Mohawk Trail State Forest
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Savoy Mountain State Forest
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Clarksburg State Park
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Historic Valley
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Sherman Brook Campsite
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Windsor State Forest
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