France Street Dam
Key Takeaway
France Street Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.4% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7,000 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00084 |
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 CARVER, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of France Street Dam?
France Street 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 France Street Dam?
France Street Dam is owned by TOWN OF CARVER, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was France Street Dam built?
France Street 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 France Street Dam?
France Street Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is France Street Dam?
France Street 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 France Street Dam last inspected?
France Street Dam was last inspected on October 20, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.