Gates Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gates Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 72.5% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 790 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00958 |
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 HUDSON, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gates Pond Dam?
Gates 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 Gates Pond Dam?
Gates Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF HUDSON, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gates Pond Dam built?
Gates Pond Dam was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 Gates Pond Dam?
Gates 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 Gates Pond Dam?
Gates Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Gates Pond Dam last inspected?
Gates Pond Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.