Cookson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cookson Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 77.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 805 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 587 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 67 acres |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00254 |
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
LORRAINE SLAVIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cookson Pond Dam?
Cookson 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 Cookson Pond Dam?
Cookson Pond Dam is owned by LORRAINE SLAVIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cookson Pond Dam built?
Cookson Pond Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Cookson Pond Dam?
Cookson 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 Cookson Pond Dam?
Cookson Pond 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.