Grist Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Grist Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1800 and is 226 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 63.9% in MA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1800 (226 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01109 |
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
TRUSTEES OF THE WAYSIDE INN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grist Mill Pond Dam?
Grist Mill 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 Grist Mill Pond Dam?
Grist Mill Pond Dam is owned by TRUSTEES OF THE WAYSIDE INN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grist Mill Pond Dam built?
Grist Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1800, making it 226 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 Grist Mill Pond Dam?
Grist Mill 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 Grist Mill Pond Dam?
Grist Mill 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 Grist Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Grist Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.