Breeds Pond Dike #8
Key Takeaway
Breeds Pond Dike #8 is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 86.6% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 192 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | MA03164 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF LYNN, LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Breeds Pond Dike #8?
Breeds Pond Dike #8 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Breeds Pond Dike #8?
Breeds Pond Dike #8 is owned by CITY OF LYNN, LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Breeds Pond Dike #8 built?
Breeds Pond Dike #8 was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Breeds Pond Dike #8?
Breeds Pond Dike #8 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Breeds Pond Dike #8?
Breeds Pond Dike #8 has a dam height of 30 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 Breeds Pond Dike #8 last inspected?
Breeds Pond Dike #8 was last inspected on October 17, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.