Farrar Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Farrar Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.4% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00748 |
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
FARRAR POND CONSERVATION TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Farrar Pond Dam?
Farrar Pond 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 Farrar Pond Dam?
Farrar Pond Dam is owned by FARRAR POND CONSERVATION TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Farrar Pond Dam built?
Farrar 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 Farrar Pond Dam?
Farrar 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 Farrar Pond Dam?
Farrar Pond Dam 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 Farrar Pond Dam last inspected?
Farrar Pond Dam was last inspected on September 10, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.