Bixby Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Bixby Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 2.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01221 |
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
DAVID R. DYER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bixby Reservoir Dam?
Bixby Reservoir 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 Bixby Reservoir Dam?
Bixby Reservoir Dam is owned by DAVID R. DYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bixby Reservoir Dam built?
Bixby Reservoir Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Bixby Reservoir Dam?
Bixby Reservoir 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 Bixby Reservoir Dam?
Bixby Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Bixby Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Bixby Reservoir Dam was last inspected on August 19, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.