Burnt Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Burnt Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.4% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01242 |
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
994 NORTHFIELD ROAD, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burnt Mill Pond Dam?
Burnt Mill 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 Burnt Mill Pond Dam?
Burnt Mill Pond Dam is owned by 994 NORTHFIELD ROAD, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burnt Mill Pond Dam built?
Burnt Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Burnt Mill Pond Dam?
Burnt Mill Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Burnt Mill Pond Dam?
Burnt Mill Pond 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 Burnt Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Burnt Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on December 8, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.