Bloods Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bloods Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | MA02725 |
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
TOWN OF HOPKINTON, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bloods Pond Dam?
Bloods 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 Bloods Pond Dam?
Bloods Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF HOPKINTON, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bloods Pond Dam built?
Bloods Pond Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Bloods Pond Dam?
Bloods Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bloods Pond Dam?
Bloods 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 Bloods Pond Dam last inspected?
Bloods Pond Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.