Brookhaven Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brookhaven Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 6.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00980 |
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
BROOKHAVEN ASSOCIATION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brookhaven Lake Dam?
Brookhaven Lake 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 Brookhaven Lake Dam?
Brookhaven Lake Dam is owned by BROOKHAVEN ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brookhaven Lake Dam built?
Brookhaven Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Brookhaven Lake Dam?
Brookhaven Lake 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 Brookhaven Lake Dam?
Brookhaven Lake 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 Brookhaven Lake Dam last inspected?
Brookhaven Lake Dam was last inspected on April 26, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.