Curtis Crossing Dam
Key Takeaway
Curtis Crossing Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.1% in MA) |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 31 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00428 |
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
TOWN OF PEMBROKE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Curtis Crossing Dam?
Curtis Crossing 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 Curtis Crossing Dam?
Curtis Crossing Dam is owned by TOWN OF PEMBROKE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Curtis Crossing Dam built?
Curtis Crossing Dam was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Curtis Crossing Dam?
Curtis Crossing 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 Curtis Crossing Dam?
Curtis Crossing Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Curtis Crossing Dam last inspected?
Curtis Crossing Dam was last inspected on August 31, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.