Boulder Hill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Boulder Hill Pond 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 | 16 ft (taller than 56.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA00727 |
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
BOULDER HILL DEVELOPMENT LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boulder Hill Pond Dam?
Boulder Hill 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 Boulder Hill Pond Dam?
Boulder Hill Pond Dam is owned by BOULDER HILL DEVELOPMENT LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Boulder Hill Pond Dam?
Boulder Hill Pond 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 Boulder Hill Pond Dam?
Boulder Hill Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Boulder Hill Pond Dam last inspected?
Boulder Hill Pond Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.