Goose Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Goose Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1840 and is 186 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 84.2% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 285 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 225 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1840 (186 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00312 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GOOSE POND DAM MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Goose Pond Dam?
Goose Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Goose Pond Dam?
Goose Pond Dam is owned by GOOSE POND DAM MAINTENANCE DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goose Pond Dam built?
Goose Pond Dam was completed in 1840, making it 186 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 Goose Pond Dam?
Goose Pond 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 Goose Pond Dam?
Goose Pond Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Goose Pond Dam last inspected?
Goose Pond Dam was last inspected on August 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.