Barrowsville Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Barrowsville Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 38 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | MA03069 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
NORTH & SOUTH PROPERTY ASSOCIATES, INC. FKA TWEAVE, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barrowsville Pond Dam?
Barrowsville Pond Dam 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 Barrowsville Pond Dam?
Barrowsville Pond Dam is owned by NORTH & SOUTH PROPERTY ASSOCIATES, INC. FKA TWEAVE, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barrowsville Pond Dam built?
Barrowsville Pond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Barrowsville Pond Dam?
Barrowsville Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barrowsville Pond Dam?
Barrowsville Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Barrowsville Pond Dam last inspected?
Barrowsville Pond Dam was last inspected on July 7, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.