Chamonix Chalet Dam
Key Takeaway
Chamonix Chalet Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 77.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 695 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00325 |
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
WILDWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chamonix Chalet Dam?
Chamonix Chalet 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 Chamonix Chalet Dam?
Chamonix Chalet Dam is owned by WILDWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chamonix Chalet Dam built?
Chamonix Chalet Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Chamonix Chalet Dam?
Chamonix Chalet 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 Chamonix Chalet Dam?
Chamonix Chalet Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Chamonix Chalet Dam last inspected?
Chamonix Chalet Dam was last inspected on May 17, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.