Atwater Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Atwater Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00301 |
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
LOUIS AND JUDI FRIEDMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Atwater Pond Dam?
Atwater 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 Atwater Pond Dam?
Atwater Pond Dam is owned by LOUIS AND JUDI FRIEDMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Atwater Pond Dam built?
Atwater Pond Dam was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Atwater Pond Dam?
Atwater Pond Dam 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 Atwater Pond Dam?
Atwater Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Atwater Pond Dam last inspected?
Atwater Pond Dam was last inspected on October 2, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.