Cournoyer Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cournoyer Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 45.2% in MA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| NID ID | MA01635 |
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
LEONARD COURNOYER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cournoyer Pond Dam?
Cournoyer 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 Cournoyer Pond Dam?
Cournoyer Pond Dam is owned by LEONARD COURNOYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Cournoyer Pond Dam?
Cournoyer 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 Cournoyer Pond Dam?
Cournoyer Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Cournoyer Pond Dam last inspected?
Cournoyer Pond Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.