Bowen's Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bowen's Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 6.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 217 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 28 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00516 |
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
BOWEN'S POND LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bowen's Pond Dam?
Bowen's 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 Bowen's Pond Dam?
Bowen's Pond Dam is owned by BOWEN'S POND LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bowen's Pond Dam built?
Bowen's Pond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Bowen's Pond Dam?
Bowen's 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 Bowen's Pond Dam?
Bowen's Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Bowen's Pond Dam last inspected?
Bowen's Pond Dam was last inspected on December 4, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.