Hodges Village Dam, located in Webster, Massachusetts, consists of Dikes 2, 3, and 4 and serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction along the French River.
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Built in 1959 by the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 26,000 acre-feet. With a spillway width of 125 feet, the dam is designed to manage maximum discharges of up to 25,800 cubic feet per second.
The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it operates under the ownership and management of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With a high hazard potential, the dam undergoes regular inspections and has an Emergency Action Plan in place to address any potential risks associated with its operation. USACE employs various risk management measures, including monitoring the dam's condition, engaging with local emergency managers, and conducting maintenance and repairs as needed to ensure the dam's structural integrity.
As a vital component in the region's water resource management system, Hodges Village Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and safeguarding communities along the French River. Through proactive risk management and collaboration with local authorities, the dam continues to fulfill its mission of protecting lives and properties from the impacts of severe weather events and potential dam-related emergencies.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
1355 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
FRENCH RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
31 |
Nid Storage |
26000 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
30 |
French River Below Dam
|
3cfs |
Little River Near Oxford
|
4cfs |
French River At Webster
|
7cfs |
Blackstone River
|
1320cfs |
Quinebaug River At Quinebaug
|
178cfs |
Quinebaug R Bl Westville Dam Nr Southbridge
|
124cfs |