Hobart Pond
Key Takeaway
Hobart Pond is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. It was completed in 1693 and is 333 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1693 (333 years old) |
| NID ID | MA02493 |
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
TOWN OF WHITMAN, BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hobart Pond?
Hobart Pond 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 Hobart Pond?
Hobart Pond is owned by TOWN OF WHITMAN, BOARD OF SELECTMEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hobart Pond built?
Hobart Pond was completed in 1693, making it 333 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 Hobart Pond?
Hobart Pond 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 Hobart Pond?
Hobart Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Hobart Pond last inspected?
Hobart Pond was last inspected on November 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.