Cedar Meadow Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cedar Meadow Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 144 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00984 |
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
CEDAR MEADOW LAKE WATERSHED DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Meadow Pond Dam?
Cedar Meadow 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 Cedar Meadow Pond Dam?
Cedar Meadow Pond Dam is owned by CEDAR MEADOW LAKE WATERSHED DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Meadow Pond Dam built?
Cedar Meadow Pond Dam was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Cedar Meadow Pond Dam?
Cedar Meadow 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 Cedar Meadow Pond Dam?
Cedar Meadow 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 Cedar Meadow Pond Dam last inspected?
Cedar Meadow Pond Dam was last inspected on June 10, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.