Bog Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bog Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 45.2% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 375 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00310 |
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 Bog Pond Dam?
Bog 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 Bog Pond Dam?
Bog 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 Bog Pond Dam built?
Bog Pond Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Bog Pond Dam?
Bog 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 Bog Pond Dam?
Bog Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Bog Pond Dam last inspected?
Bog Pond Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.