Barretts Mill Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Barretts Mill Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.4% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 252 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA01128 |
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
CONCORD ROD & GUN CLUB, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barretts Mill Road Dam?
Barretts Mill Road 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 Barretts Mill Road Dam?
Barretts Mill Road Dam is owned by CONCORD ROD & GUN CLUB, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Barretts Mill Road Dam?
Barretts Mill Road 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 Barretts Mill Road Dam?
Barretts Mill Road Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Barretts Mill Road Dam last inspected?
Barretts Mill Road Dam was last inspected on May 29, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.