Ames Pond Dike B

MEADOW BROOK· Middlesex, Massachusetts· Earth· 11 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ames Pond Dike B is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA)
Dam Length160 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage600 acre-ft
Normal Storage350 acre-ft
Surface Area80 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDMA01609

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 17, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

MARC P GINSBURG & ARNOLD MARTEL JR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ames Pond Dike B?

Ames Pond Dike B is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ames Pond Dike B?

Ames Pond Dike B is owned by MARC P GINSBURG & ARNOLD MARTEL JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Ames Pond Dike B?

Ames Pond Dike B serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Ames Pond Dike B?

Ames Pond Dike B has a dam height of 11 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Ames Pond Dike B last inspected?

Ames Pond Dike B was last inspected on October 17, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.