Delaney Complex E Bolton Dam
Key Takeaway
Delaney Complex E Bolton Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 56.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01191 |
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
DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION
State Government
Nearby Dams
Delaney Complex
Middlesex, MA
Significant Hazard 22 ftAssabet River Dam
Middlesex, MA
Low Hazard 15 ftMain Street Dam
Middlesex, MA
High Hazard 18 ftWashington Street Dam
Middlesex, MA
Significant Hazard 16 ftLake Boon Dam
Middlesex, MA
Significant Hazard 7 ftBare Hill Pond Dam
Worcester, MA
Significant Hazard 9 ftHighland Commons Pond B Dam & Dike
Worcester, MA
Significant Hazard 50 ftFort Meadow Reservoir Dam
Middlesex, MA
High Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Delaney Complex E Bolton Dam?
Delaney Complex E Bolton 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 Delaney Complex E Bolton Dam?
Delaney Complex E Bolton Dam is owned by DCR - DEPT. OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Delaney Complex E Bolton Dam built?
Delaney Complex E Bolton Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Delaney Complex E Bolton Dam?
Delaney Complex E Bolton Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Delaney Complex E Bolton Dam?
Delaney Complex E Bolton Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Delaney Complex E Bolton Dam last inspected?
Delaney Complex E Bolton Dam was last inspected on March 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.