Greenville Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Greenville Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 22 ft (taller than 73.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 490 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00982 |
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
TOWN OF LEICESTER, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Greenville Pond Dam?
Greenville 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 Greenville Pond Dam?
Greenville Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF LEICESTER, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greenville Pond Dam built?
Greenville Pond Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Greenville Pond Dam?
Greenville 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 Greenville Pond Dam?
Greenville Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Greenville Pond Dam last inspected?
Greenville Pond Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.