Berkshire Trout Pond
Key Takeaway
Berkshire Trout Pond is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.4% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00258 |
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
FRANK AND RHONDA CUSHWA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Berkshire Trout Pond?
Berkshire Trout Pond 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 Berkshire Trout Pond?
Berkshire Trout Pond is owned by FRANK AND RHONDA CUSHWA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berkshire Trout Pond built?
Berkshire Trout Pond was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Berkshire Trout Pond?
Berkshire Trout Pond 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 Berkshire Trout Pond?
Berkshire Trout Pond has a dam height of 9 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.