Fiske Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Fiske Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA) |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00626 |
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
FIRST AMERICAN REALTY, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fiske Mill Pond Dam?
Fiske Mill 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 Fiske Mill Pond Dam?
Fiske Mill Pond Dam is owned by FIRST AMERICAN REALTY, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fiske Mill Pond Dam built?
Fiske Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Fiske Mill Pond Dam?
Fiske Mill Pond 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 Fiske Mill Pond Dam?
Fiske Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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.