Bauer Dam, located in Sandisfield, Berkshire County, Massachusetts, is a privately owned recreational structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Standing at a height of 7.25 feet with a hydraulic height of 5.55 feet, the dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and has a low hazard potential with a satisfactory condition assessment. The dam was last inspected in October 2009 and is subject to regular inspections every 10 years.
With a storage capacity of 130.2 acre-feet, Bauer Dam plays a crucial role in the local water resource management, providing a normal storage capacity of 72 acre-feet. The dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and uncontrolled spillway. While it has a moderate risk assessment level, the dam has not undergone any significant modifications in recent years. Despite its moderate risk level, Bauer Dam remains an integral part of the local recreation scene, offering both leisure opportunities and essential water resource management functions in the region.
Dam Height |
7.25 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
5.55 |
Drainage Area |
0.99 |
Nid Storage |
130.2 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
7 |
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Beartown State Forest
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