Borderland S.P. Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Borderland S.P. Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 45.2% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | MA03178 |
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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Significant Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Borderland S.P. Dam #2?
Borderland S.P. Dam #2 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 Borderland S.P. Dam #2?
Borderland S.P. Dam #2 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 Borderland S.P. Dam #2 built?
Borderland S.P. Dam #2 was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Borderland S.P. Dam #2?
Borderland S.P. Dam #2 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 Borderland S.P. Dam #2?
Borderland S.P. Dam #2 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 Borderland S.P. Dam #2 last inspected?
Borderland S.P. Dam #2 was last inspected on April 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.