Burnett Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Burnett Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00311 |
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
DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Burnett Pond Dam?
Burnett 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 Burnett Pond Dam?
Burnett Pond Dam is owned by DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burnett Pond Dam built?
Burnett Pond Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Burnett Pond Dam?
Burnett Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Burnett Pond Dam?
Burnett Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Burnett Pond Dam last inspected?
Burnett Pond Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.