Gales Pond Dam

GALES BROOK· Franklin, Massachusetts· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Gales Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 63.9% in MA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage117 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDMA00055

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 19, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

Ownership

DAVID AND EMILY KOESTER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gales Pond Dam?

Gales 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 Gales Pond Dam?

Gales Pond Dam is owned by DAVID AND EMILY KOESTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gales Pond Dam?

Gales Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Gales Pond Dam?

Gales Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Gales Pond Dam last inspected?

Gales Pond Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.