Bartlett Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bartlett Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1885 and is 141 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 67.3% in MA) |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1885 (141 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00959 |
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 NORTHBOROUGH, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bartlett Pond Dam?
Bartlett 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 Bartlett Pond Dam?
Bartlett Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF NORTHBOROUGH, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bartlett Pond Dam built?
Bartlett Pond Dam was completed in 1885, making it 141 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 Bartlett Pond Dam?
Bartlett Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bartlett Pond Dam?
Bartlett Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Bartlett Pond Dam last inspected?
Bartlett Pond Dam was last inspected on December 18, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.