Damon Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Damon Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1860 and is 166 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 60.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 900 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 85 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1860 (166 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00060 |
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
LAKE DAMON CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Damon Pond Dam?
Damon 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 Damon Pond Dam?
Damon Pond Dam is owned by LAKE DAMON CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Damon Pond Dam built?
Damon Pond Dam was completed in 1860, making it 166 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 Damon Pond Dam?
Damon 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 Damon Pond Dam?
Damon Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Damon Pond Dam last inspected?
Damon Pond Dam was last inspected on October 31, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.