Boys & Girls Camp #3 Dam

KEENE BROOK· Plymouth, Massachusetts· Earth· 9 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Boys & Girls Camp #3 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 9 ft (taller than 12.4% in MA)
Dam Length145 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMA00481

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 16, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

CROSSROADS FOR KIDS, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Boys & Girls Camp #3 Dam?

Boys & Girls Camp #3 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 Boys & Girls Camp #3 Dam?

Boys & Girls Camp #3 Dam is owned by CROSSROADS FOR KIDS, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Boys & Girls Camp #3 Dam?

Boys & Girls Camp #3 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 Boys & Girls Camp #3 Dam?

Boys & Girls Camp #3 Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Boys & Girls Camp #3 Dam last inspected?

Boys & Girls Camp #3 Dam was last inspected on October 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.