Bondsville Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Bondsville Upper Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 84.2% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 122 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 460 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 195 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA00560 |
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
BELCHERTOWN LAND TRUST, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bondsville Upper Dam?
Bondsville Upper 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 Bondsville Upper Dam?
Bondsville Upper Dam is owned by BELCHERTOWN LAND TRUST, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bondsville Upper Dam?
Bondsville Upper 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 Bondsville Upper Dam?
Bondsville Upper Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Bondsville Upper Dam last inspected?
Bondsville Upper Dam was last inspected on April 22, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.