Byron Weston Dam No. 1
Key Takeaway
Byron Weston Dam No. 1 is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1875 and is 151 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 84.2% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 580 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 53 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1875 (151 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00221 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CRANE & COMPANY, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Byron Weston Dam No. 1?
Byron Weston Dam No. 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Byron Weston Dam No. 1?
Byron Weston Dam No. 1 is owned by CRANE & COMPANY, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Byron Weston Dam No. 1 built?
Byron Weston Dam No. 1 was completed in 1875, making it 151 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 Byron Weston Dam No. 1?
Byron Weston Dam No. 1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Byron Weston Dam No. 1?
Byron Weston Dam No. 1 has a dam height of 28 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 Byron Weston Dam No. 1 last inspected?
Byron Weston Dam No. 1 was last inspected on October 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.