Bartlett Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bartlett Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01034 |
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
LEOMINSTER SPORTMEN'S ASSOCIATION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bartlett Pond Dam?
Bartlett 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 Bartlett Pond Dam?
Bartlett Pond Dam is owned by LEOMINSTER SPORTMEN'S ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). 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 1850, making it 176 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. 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 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 Bartlett Pond Dam last inspected?
Bartlett Pond Dam was last inspected on January 10, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.