Dodgeville Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Dodgeville Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1809 and is 217 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 69.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 580 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 25 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1809 (217 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00862 |
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
DODGE MILL REALTY, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dodgeville Pond Dam?
Dodgeville Pond 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 Dodgeville Pond Dam?
Dodgeville Pond Dam is owned by DODGE MILL REALTY, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dodgeville Pond Dam built?
Dodgeville Pond Dam was completed in 1809, making it 217 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 Dodgeville Pond Dam?
Dodgeville 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 Dodgeville Pond Dam?
Dodgeville Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Dodgeville Pond Dam last inspected?
Dodgeville Pond Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.