Beaumont Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Beaumont Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1886 and is 140 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1886 (140 years old) |
| NID ID | MA02415 |
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
BEAUMONT POND HOMEOWNERS ASSOC. INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaumont Pond Dam?
Beaumont 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 Beaumont Pond Dam?
Beaumont Pond Dam is owned by BEAUMONT POND HOMEOWNERS ASSOC. INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaumont Pond Dam built?
Beaumont Pond Dam was completed in 1886, making it 140 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 Beaumont Pond Dam?
Beaumont 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 Beaumont Pond Dam?
Beaumont Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Beaumont Pond Dam last inspected?
Beaumont Pond Dam was last inspected on October 8, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.