Clear Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Clear Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 73.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 63 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00540 |
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 HOLYOKE, WATER WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clear Pond Dam?
Clear Pond 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 Clear Pond Dam?
Clear Pond Dam is owned by CITY OF HOLYOKE, WATER WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clear Pond Dam built?
Clear Pond Dam 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 Clear Pond Dam?
Clear Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clear Pond Dam?
Clear Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Clear Pond Dam last inspected?
Clear Pond Dam was last inspected on August 14, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.