Arthur J Bousquet Dam dam
Arthur J Bousquet Dam
The Arthur J Bousquet Dam, located in Ware, Massachusetts, is a private dam with a primary purpose of recreation. It is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation and is situated on a tributary of the Ware River. The dam, constructed of earth with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 6.5 feet and has a hydraulic height of 5 feet. It has a storage capacity of 18.6 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 0.01 acres, serving as a significant recreational water resource in Hampshire County.
Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam is assessed as being in satisfactory condition and is inspected every five years to ensure its safety and maintenance. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with a designated DSAC (Dam Safety Action Classification) of 3. While there are no associated structures or locks, the dam serves as a vital part of the local water infrastructure, providing both flood control and recreational opportunities for the surrounding community.
With its scenic location and important role in water management, the Arthur J Bousquet Dam is a key feature in the New England District. Its presence not only contributes to the region's recreational activities but also plays a crucial role in managing water resources and ensuring the safety of residents in the area. As a privately owned dam regulated by the state, its operation and maintenance are essential to maintaining the dam's integrity and safeguarding its surrounding environment.
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Arthur J Bousquet Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ware River At Gibbs Crossing | 232 cfs | → |
| Swift River At West Ware | 43 cfs | → |
| East Branch Swift River Near Hardwick | 60 cfs | → |
| Quaboag River At West Brimfield | 238 cfs | → |
| Ware River At Intake Works Near Barre | 120 cfs | → |
| Sevenmile River Near Spencer | 15 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Arthur J Bousquet Dam.
Boat launches
- Walter Drive 2-98, Ware
- Cottage Street 2-38, West Brookfield
- Hardwick Road, Hardwick
- Dana Road, Petersham
- Shore Road 83, North Brookfield
- Quaboag Street 131-199, Brookfield
Campgrounds
- Federated Womens' Club State Forest Primitive Campsite
- Westover Arb Military
- Erving State Forest
- Beaman Pond Campground
- Otter River State Forest
- Tully Lake
Paddle runs
- Begins Below The Tailrace Of The Rainbow Dam To The Confluence With The Connecticut River
- The Massachusetts-Connecticut State Line In Hartland To The Confluence With The Salmon Brook Main Stem
- The Confluence Of The East And West Branches To The Confluence With The Farmington River In East Granby
- The Hartland Headwaters To The Confluence With The Salmon Brook Main Stem
- New Hartford/Canton Town Line To The Confluence With The Nepaug River
- The Confluence With The Nepaug River To A Point 0.2 Miles Below The Lower Collinsville Dam Tailrace
Track Arthur J Bousquet Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Arthur J Bousquet Dam
Where does the data for Arthur J Bousquet 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 Significant 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 above 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Arthur J Bousquet Dam.