Asnebumskit Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Asnebumskit Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 660 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 405 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00679 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF PAXTON, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Asnebumskit Pond Dam?
Asnebumskit Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Asnebumskit Pond Dam?
Asnebumskit Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF PAXTON, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Asnebumskit Pond Dam built?
Asnebumskit Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Asnebumskit Pond Dam?
Asnebumskit Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Asnebumskit Pond Dam?
Asnebumskit Pond Dam 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 Asnebumskit Pond Dam last inspected?
Asnebumskit Pond Dam was last inspected on May 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.