Coles Brook Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Coles Brook Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 25.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 265 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01053 |
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
THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coles Brook Pond Dam?
Coles Brook 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 Coles Brook Pond Dam?
Coles Brook Pond Dam is owned by THE NATURE CONSERVANCY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coles Brook Pond Dam built?
Coles Brook Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Coles Brook Pond Dam?
Coles Brook 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 Coles Brook Pond Dam?
Coles Brook Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Coles Brook Pond Dam last inspected?
Coles Brook Pond Dam was last inspected on April 23, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.