Hodges Village Dam Dam
Hodges Village Dam
Hodges Village Dam, also known as Dry Reservoir, is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Webster, Massachusetts. Built in 1959 by the US Army Corps of Engineers, this rockfill dam stands at a height of 54 feet and spans a length of 200 feet, with a storage capacity of 26,000 acre-feet on the French River. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway to manage water levels and relieve pressure during severe weather events.
The US Army Corps of Engineers actively manages the flood risks associated with Hodges Village Dam by conducting regular inspections, maintenance, and repairs as necessary. They work closely with local emergency managers and the public to raise awareness, develop emergency action plans, and ensure readiness in case of a dam-related emergency. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam serves as a critical infrastructure for the community, demonstrating the importance of proactive risk management and preparedness in maintaining the structural integrity and safety of the dam.
As a key component in the area's flood risk reduction system, Hodges Village Dam plays a crucial role in protecting downstream communities and infrastructure from potential flooding. The US Army Corps of Engineers continues to monitor and address all types of flood risk associated with the dam, striving to enhance public safety and ensure the resilience of the surrounding area in the face of changing climate conditions and unpredictable weather events.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Hodges Village Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| French River Below Dam | 3 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Oxford | 4 cfs | → |
| French River At Webster | 7 cfs | → |
| Blackstone River | 45 cfs | → |
| Quinebaug River At Quinebaug | 45 cfs | → |
| Quinebaug R Bl Westville Dam Nr Southbridge | 37 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hodges Village Dam.
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About Hodges Village Dam
Where does the data for Hodges Village 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 High 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 below 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.
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.