Foundry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Foundry Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.4% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01159 |
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
TOWN OF FOXBOROUGH, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Foundry Lake Dam?
Foundry Lake 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 Foundry Lake Dam?
Foundry Lake Dam is owned by TOWN OF FOXBOROUGH, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Foundry Lake Dam built?
Foundry Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Foundry Lake Dam?
Foundry Lake 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 Foundry Lake Dam?
Foundry Lake 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 Foundry Lake Dam last inspected?
Foundry Lake Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.