Creighton Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Creighton Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01205 |
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
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF LYNN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Creighton Pond Dam?
Creighton 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 Creighton Pond Dam?
Creighton Pond Dam is owned by BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF LYNN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Creighton Pond Dam built?
Creighton Pond Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Creighton Pond Dam?
Creighton 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 Creighton Pond Dam?
Creighton Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Creighton Pond Dam last inspected?
Creighton Pond Dam was last inspected on May 28, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.