Haynes Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Haynes Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 48.8% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA00881 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF LEOMINSTER, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Haynes Reservoir Dam?
Haynes Reservoir Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Haynes Reservoir Dam?
Haynes Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF LEOMINSTER, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Haynes Reservoir Dam?
Haynes Reservoir 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 Haynes Reservoir Dam?
Haynes Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Haynes Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Haynes Reservoir Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.