Delcarte Open Space Dam No. 3
Key Takeaway
Delcarte Open Space Dam No. 3 is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.4% in MA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA03384 |
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 FRANKLIN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Delcarte Open Space Dam No. 3?
Delcarte Open Space Dam No. 3 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 Delcarte Open Space Dam No. 3?
Delcarte Open Space Dam No. 3 is owned by TOWN OF FRANKLIN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Delcarte Open Space Dam No. 3?
Delcarte Open Space Dam No. 3 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 Delcarte Open Space Dam No. 3?
Delcarte Open Space Dam No. 3 has a dam height of 9 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 Delcarte Open Space Dam No. 3 last inspected?
Delcarte Open Space Dam No. 3 was last inspected on November 6, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.