The Greenfield Electric Light & Power Dam, located in Greenfield, Massachusetts, is a concrete gravity dam on the Green River.
It is owned and regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Massachusetts, making it a state-regulated structure with permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The dam stands at a height of 20.5 feet and has a normal storage capacity of 13.8 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area.
With a significant hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the Greenfield Electric Light & Power Dam has undergone regular inspections, with the last one conducted in April 2017. The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is designed with buttress core types. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in the region, showcasing the importance of sustainable infrastructure for climate and water resource enthusiasts to monitor and support.
Wind
Humidity
Dam Length |
204 |
Dam Height |
20.5 |
River Or Stream |
GREEN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
5.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
88.6 |
Nid Storage |
371 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Connecticut River At Montague City
|
7410cfs |
Deerfield River Near West Deerfield
|
569cfs |
South River Near Conway
|
25cfs |
North River At Shattuckville
|
95cfs |
Millers River At Erving
|
380cfs |
Green River Near Colrain
|
182cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Barton Cove
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Erving State Forest
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Richardson-Zlogar Cabin
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