Benedict Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Benedict Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00040 |
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
DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Benedict Pond Dam?
Benedict 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 Benedict Pond Dam?
Benedict Pond Dam is owned by DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Benedict Pond Dam built?
Benedict Pond Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Benedict Pond Dam?
Benedict Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Benedict Pond Dam?
Benedict 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 Benedict Pond Dam last inspected?
Benedict Pond Dam was last inspected on May 20, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.