Bush Pond #2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Bush Pond #2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2,000 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01158 |
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
UNKNOWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bush Pond #2 Dam?
Bush Pond #2 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 Bush Pond #2 Dam?
Bush Pond #2 Dam is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bush Pond #2 Dam built?
Bush Pond #2 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 Bush Pond #2 Dam?
Bush Pond #2 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 Bush Pond #2 Dam?
Bush Pond #2 Dam has a dam height of 12 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.