Day Street Dam
Key Takeaway
Day Street Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 60.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA01564 |
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
CHARLES DOYLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Day Street Dam?
Day Street 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 Day Street Dam?
Day Street Dam is owned by CHARLES DOYLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Day Street Dam?
Day Street 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 Day Street Dam?
Day Street 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 Day Street Dam last inspected?
Day Street Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.