Breckwood Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Breckwood 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 | 23 ft (taller than 76.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA00570 |
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
CITY OF SPRINGFIELD, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, BUILDINGS, AND RECREATION MANAGEMENT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Breckwood Pond Dam?
Breckwood 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 Breckwood Pond Dam?
Breckwood Pond Dam is owned by CITY OF SPRINGFIELD, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, BUILDINGS, AND RECREATION MANAGEMENT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Breckwood Pond Dam?
Breckwood 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 Breckwood Pond Dam?
Breckwood Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Breckwood Pond Dam last inspected?
Breckwood Pond Dam was last inspected on September 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.