Guilder Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Guilder Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 60.3% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00294 |
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
BETTY BARDIGE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Guilder Pond Dam?
Guilder 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 Guilder Pond Dam?
Guilder Pond Dam is owned by BETTY BARDIGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Guilder Pond Dam built?
Guilder Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Guilder Pond Dam?
Guilder 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 Guilder Pond Dam?
Guilder Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Guilder Pond Dam last inspected?
Guilder Pond Dam was last inspected on July 22, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.