Carpenter Reservoir Dam, located in Northbridge, Massachusetts, is a concrete dam constructed in 1888 primarily for water supply purposes.
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Humidity
With a height of 32 feet and a hydraulic height of 28 feet, the dam holds a storage capacity of 2640 acre-feet, serving as a crucial resource for water management in the region. The dam spans 260 feet in length and covers a surface area of 82 acres, with a drainage area of 5.44 square miles.
Managed by a private entity, Carpenter Reservoir Dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Massachusetts. The dam is inspected every five years, with the last assessment conducted in December 2016, revealing a satisfactory condition. Despite being categorized as having a significant hazard potential, the risk assessment for the dam is moderate with appropriate risk management measures in place. As a key infrastructure for water supply in the area, the Carpenter Reservoir Dam plays a vital role in ensuring water resource sustainability and climate resilience for the community.
Year Completed |
1888 |
Dam Length |
260 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
CASEY BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
82 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
5.44 |
Nid Storage |
2640 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
Blackstone River At Northbridge
|
1240cfs |
West River Below West Hill Dam
|
1cfs |
Blackstone River
|
128cfs |
Quinsigamond River At North Grafton
|
16cfs |
French River Below Dam
|
3cfs |
Nipmuc River Near Harrisville
|
27cfs |