Eddy Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Eddy Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 85.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 116 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | MA02730 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF AUBURN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Eddy Pond Dam?
Eddy Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Eddy Pond Dam?
Eddy Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF AUBURN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eddy Pond Dam built?
Eddy Pond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Eddy Pond Dam?
Eddy 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 Eddy Pond Dam?
Eddy Pond Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Eddy Pond Dam last inspected?
Eddy Pond Dam was last inspected on September 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.