Cabot Station, located in Greenfield, Massachusetts, is a historic hydroelectric facility that has been in operation since 1916.
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This gravity dam on the Turners Falls Canal has a height of 35 feet and a capacity of 21,500 acre-feet of water storage. With a primary purpose of hydroelectric generation, Cabot Station also offers recreational opportunities in the surrounding area.
Owned by a public utility, Cabot Station falls under the jurisdiction of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and is not regulated by the state. Despite having a low hazard potential, the facility is assessed to have a high risk level, indicating the need for continuous monitoring and management. The dam, with associated structures, serves the community with its power generation capabilities and storage capacity, contributing to the local water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1916 |
Dam Length |
235 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
Turners Falls Canal |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
2000 |
Drainage Area |
7163 |
Nid Storage |
21500 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
35 |
Connecticut River At Montague City
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3720cfs |
Deerfield River Near West Deerfield
|
1250cfs |
South River Near Conway
|
22cfs |
Millers River At Erving
|
307cfs |
North River At Shattuckville
|
53cfs |
Green River Near Colrain
|
37cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Barton Cove
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Erving State Forest
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Richardson-Zlogar Cabin
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