Calkins Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Calkins Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 45.2% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01003 |
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
OLD STAGECOACH LAKE ASSOCIATION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Calkins Pond Dam?
Calkins Pond Dam 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 Calkins Pond Dam?
Calkins Pond Dam is owned by OLD STAGECOACH LAKE ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Calkins Pond Dam built?
Calkins Pond Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Calkins Pond Dam?
Calkins Pond 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 Calkins Pond Dam?
Calkins Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Calkins Pond Dam last inspected?
Calkins Pond Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.