Falulah Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Falulah Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1883 and is 143 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1883 (143 years old) |
| NID ID | MA02312 |
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
CITY OF FITCHBURG, OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Falulah Reservoir Dam?
Falulah Reservoir 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 Falulah Reservoir Dam?
Falulah Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF FITCHBURG, OFFICE OF THE MAYOR (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Falulah Reservoir Dam built?
Falulah Reservoir Dam was completed in 1883, making it 143 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 Falulah Reservoir Dam?
Falulah Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Falulah Reservoir Dam?
Falulah Reservoir 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 Falulah Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Falulah Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 30, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.