Garnet Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Garnet Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 45.2% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00291 |
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
GARNET LAKE ASSOCIATION INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Garnet Lake Dam?
Garnet 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 Garnet Lake Dam?
Garnet Lake Dam is owned by GARNET LAKE ASSOCIATION INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Garnet Lake Dam built?
Garnet Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Garnet Lake Dam?
Garnet 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 Garnet Lake Dam?
Garnet Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Garnet Lake Dam last inspected?
Garnet Lake Dam was last inspected on July 29, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.