Coes Lower Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Coes Lower Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1865 and is 161 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 | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1865 (161 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01660 |
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
CITY OF WORCESTER, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & PARKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Coes Lower Pond Dam?
Coes Lower 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 Coes Lower Pond Dam?
Coes Lower Pond Dam is owned by CITY OF WORCESTER, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & PARKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coes Lower Pond Dam built?
Coes Lower Pond Dam was completed in 1865, making it 161 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 Coes Lower Pond Dam?
Coes Lower 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 Coes Lower Pond Dam?
Coes Lower 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 Coes Lower Pond Dam last inspected?
Coes Lower Pond Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.