Chapin Pond
Key Takeaway
Chapin Pond is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 322 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00603 |
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
CITY OF WESTFIELD, WATER RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Chapin Pond?
Chapin Pond 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 Chapin Pond?
Chapin Pond is owned by CITY OF WESTFIELD, WATER RESOURCES DEPARTMENT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chapin Pond built?
Chapin Pond 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 Chapin Pond?
Chapin Pond serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chapin Pond?
Chapin Pond 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 Chapin Pond last inspected?
Chapin Pond was last inspected on September 9, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.