Hebronville Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hebronville Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1875 and is 151 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 14 ft (taller than 45.2% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 105 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 448 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 28 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1875 (151 years old) |
| NID ID | MA01073 |
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
HEBRONVILLE MILL LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hebronville Pond Dam?
Hebronville 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 Hebronville Pond Dam?
Hebronville Pond Dam is owned by HEBRONVILLE MILL LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hebronville Pond Dam built?
Hebronville Pond Dam was completed in 1875, making it 151 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 Hebronville Pond Dam?
Hebronville 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 Hebronville Pond Dam?
Hebronville Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Hebronville Pond Dam last inspected?
Hebronville Pond Dam was last inspected on July 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.