Collins Manufacturing Company Dam - Wilbraham MA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member nomadwillie
N 42° 09.424 W 072° 25.361
18T E 712929 N 4670430
Built around 1872 for the Collins Paper Comany
Waymark Code: WMVYV4
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 06/12/2017
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Dorcadion Team
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The Collins Paper Company was established in 1872. The dam provided water power to the mill. Today is has been converted to hydro-electric dam by the Swift River Company producing about 1480kw.
Waterway where the dam is located: Chicopee River

Main use of the Water Dam: Hydroelectric Power Production

Material used in the structure: Masonry/Concrete

Height of Dam: 12 feet

Date built: 01/01/1872

Fishing Allowed: yes

Motor Sports Allowed: Not Listed
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