Hawkes Pond Outlet Dam
Key Takeaway
Hawkes Pond Outlet Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 26 ft (taller than 81.7% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 1,270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 850 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
| NID ID | MA00245 |
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
CITY OF LYNN, LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hawkes Pond Outlet Dam?
Hawkes Pond Outlet 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 Hawkes Pond Outlet Dam?
Hawkes Pond Outlet Dam is owned by CITY OF LYNN, LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hawkes Pond Outlet Dam built?
Hawkes Pond Outlet Dam was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Hawkes Pond Outlet Dam?
Hawkes Pond Outlet 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 Hawkes Pond Outlet Dam?
Hawkes Pond Outlet Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Hawkes Pond Outlet Dam last inspected?
Hawkes Pond Outlet Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.